During our investigation of websites that utilize rogue advertising networks, we came across thecloudvantnow[.]com, a deceptive website. Visitors to the site are presented with false information (in the form of a fake CAPTCHA) to trick them into accepting notifications. Also, accessing thecloudvan
During our examination of mysearchexperts.com, we learned that this is a shady search engine that may provide inaccurate results. It is common for questionable (or fake) search engines to be promoted through browser hijackers. Apps of this type hijack web browsers by changing their settings.
While examining firstinearch.com, we found that it is a questionable search engine. Typically, search engines like firstinearch.com have poor search functionality and are associated with browser hijackers or other unwanted programs. In most cases, users download and install/add browser hijackers u
After examining the letter, we have determined that it is a fraudulent email crafted by scammers with the aim of deceiving recipients into divulging personal information. The email is designed to appear as if it was sent by an email service provider and contains a hyperlink to a phishing website.
MQsTTang is a type of malware that serves as a backdoor, enabling attackers to run commands on a target computer and receive the resulting output. This malware uses the MQTT protocol to communicate with its C&C server. Threat actors behind MQsTTang are targeting political and government entiti
Our researchers discovered the 9betdownload[.]com rogue webpage during a routine investigation of dubious sites. This page promotes untrustworthy/harmful software and spam browser notifications. Additionally, 9betdownload[.]com can redirect users to other (likely unreliable/dangerous) websites. M
While testing searchstartnow.com, we found that it is a shady search engine that may generate misleading results. It is worth noting that search engines of this kind are promoted through browser-hijacking apps. Users often download and add (or install) browser hijackers without realizing it.
Suchefinde.net is the address (URL) of a fake search engine. Typically, these websites are incapable of providing search results. However, suchefinde.net is an exception, but the results it provides can be inaccurate and may include irrelevant/harmful content. These sites are promoted (via redire
Our researchers discovered the Buzz application during a routine inspection of deceptive websites. In the investigation, an installer bundled with this app was found on a site offering fake "cracked" software downloads. Our analysis of Buzz revealed that it operates as advertising-supported softwa
While inspecting browser-hijacking software, our research team discovered the quicklyexplore.com fake search engine. Websites of this kind usually cannot provide search results, and while quicklyexplore.com can – they are inaccurate and may include deceptive/dangerous content. Illegitimate search