While examining samples on VirusTotal, our team detected a new variant of the Djvu ransomware family known as Wsuu. This variant encrypts data and appends the ".wsuu" extension to the targeted files. Following the encryption process, the ransomware leaves a ransom note named "_readme.txt". Wsuu e
Star Field is a rogue browser extension that our researchers discovered while examining deceptive sites. This extension promises to display star-themed browser wallpapers. After investigating Star Field, we determined that it is a browser hijacker. This extension makes modifications to browser se
Our analysis of the "E-MAIL DELIVERY BLOCKED" letter revealed that it is spam. This scam email falsely claims that the recipient's account has been suspended. The bogus reactivation process requires the user to sign into their email account via a phishing website. The spam email with the s
Our research team discovered the My World Clock browser extension while investigating dubious sites. Its promotional webpage claims that the extension provides quick access to local weather forecasts; however, it operates in line with its name – by displaying the current time in several different
In our examination of the Awesome Facts Tab, our team found characteristics commonly linked to browser hijackers. Such applications typically hijack web browsers by modifying their settings, often promoting fake search engines. Users often unknowingly download and add these apps to their browsers.
While testing The Best Sports News In The World browser extension, we learned that it promotes search.sports-best-news.com, a fake search engine. This app does so by hijacking a web browser (by changing its settings). It is worth noting that users often add browser hijackers unintentionally.
Our research team discovered the Browse Keeper rogue browser extension while investigating deceptive sites. It is promoted as an adblocker – a tool that eliminates intrusive advertisements, blocks online tracking, and offers malware protection. However, instead of performing any of the previously
Our researchers discovered the My Sports News Extension during a routine inspection of untrustworthy websites. This piece of software promises quick access to the latest sports news and updates from the user's favorite teams and leagues. However, after analyzing My Sports News Extension, we deter
During our analysis of FoodSearchTab, our team identified traits typically associated with a browser hijacker. Usually, apps of this type hijack web browsers by changing their settings. It is common for browser hijackers to promote fake search engines. Users often download and add these apps to th
World Weather is advertised as a weather app that offers users access to weather information directly from their homepage. However, we found that this app is a browser hijacker. World Weather promotes a fake search engine by modifying some browser settings. Thus, it is not recommended to trust thi