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What is Gr3g?

Discovered by malware security researcher, Michael Gillespie, Gr3g is a ransomware-type virus that stealthily infiltrates systems and encrypts stored data. During encryption, Gr3g appends the "[developers_email].Gr3g" extension to the name of each file.

For example, "sample.jpg" might be renamed to a filename such as "sample.jpg.libbywovas@dr.com.Gr3g". Once files are encrypted, Gr3g creates a text file ("Readme.txt"), placing it on the desktop.

What is Excessive POPUP ADS Or SECURITY ISSUES?

"Excessive POPUP ADS Or SECURITY ISSUES" is a fake error message displayed by a malicious website that users often visit inadvertently - they are redirected by various potentially unwanted programs (PUPs).

Research shows that these apps infiltrate systems without users' consent. As well as causing redirects, potentially unwanted programs misuse system resources, generate 'malvertising' ads (pop-ups, coupons, banners, etc.), and record user-system information.

What is hp.myway.com?

Developed by Mindspark Interactive Network (now known as IAC Applications), AstrologySearcher is a deceptive application that supposedly provides access to various astrology-related information.

On initial inspection, this functionality may appear legitimate and useful, however, this potentially unwanted program (PUP) often infiltrates systems without consent. Furthermore, AstrologySearcher is categorized as a browser hijacker - a form of unwanted software that modifies web browser options without permission.

What is Decoder?

Decoder is a ransomware-type virus derived from a family of ransomware software called GlobeImposter. Once infiltrated, Decoder encrypts various files stored on the system.

This malware appends filenames with the ".decoder" extension. For instance, "sample.jpg" is renamed to "sample.jpg.decoder". Once files are encrypted, Decoder creates a text file ("Instructions.txt"), placing it in each folder containing encrypted files.

What is "Suspicious Connection"?

Displayed by a malicious website, "Suspicious Connection" is a fake error message similar to Error #0x0072ee7, Firewall Breach Detected, Internet Explorer Critical ERROR, and many others.

Users often visit this website inadvertently - they are redirected by unwanted programs that infiltrate systems without permission. Research also shows that these apps often misuse system resources, gather system information, and deliver 'malvertising' ads (pop-ups, coupons, banners, etc.).

What is hp.myway.com?

GifaPalooza is a deceptive application developed by Mindspark Interactive Network (also known as IAC Applications). By claiming to provide access to various GIF images, GifaPalooza attempts to give the impression of legitimacy.

Be aware, however, that this app often infiltrates systems without consent. In addition, GifaPalooza is categorized as a browser hijacker - a form of unwanted software that modifies Internet browser options without users’ permission.

What is Awesome Gift Of The Day?

Similar to You Are Today's Lucky Visitor, "Awesome Gift Of The Day" is a pop-up scam displayed by a malicious website. Research shows that users often visit this website inadvertently - they are redirected by potentially unwanted programs (PUPs) that infiltrate systems without permission.

As well as causing redirects, potentially unwanted programs generate malicious advertisements (coupons, banners, pop-ups, etc.), misuse system resources, and gather private information.

What is redisearch.com?

According to the developers, redisearch.com significantly enhances the Internet browsing experience by generating improved search results.

These claims often trick users into believing that redisearch.com is legitimate and useful, however, developers promote this site by employing browser-hijacking download/installation set-ups that modify browser options without consent. In addition, redisearch.com records various data (mostly relating to web browsing habits).

What is search.gag.cool?

According to the developers, search.gag.cool is a high-quality Internet search engine that supposedly generates improved results.

Initially, this site may appear legitimate, however, developers promote search.gag.cool by employing a browser hijacker (a form of unwanted software that modifies browser options without permission) called GagCool. Furthermore, search.gag.cool and GagCool continually record various user-system information.

What is Sponsored Links?

Intrusive advertisements marked as "Sponsored Links" are delivered by various potentially unwanted programs (PUPs). Research shows that these programs infiltrate systems without permission, or users install them inadvertently without their consent. As well as delivering intrusive ads, PUPs record user-system information and often diminish system performance.