Ransomware-type programs generally encrypt data stored on computers, which allows developers (cyber criminals) to blackmail victims by making ransom demands. Rabbit ransomware does not encrypt data but locks the computer screen and displays a ransom demand window. This ransomware-type program was
go.coloringmaster.net is presented as a legitimate search engine. Developers promise an enhanced browsing experience (faster searches, improved results, and so on), however, this site is promoted via a browser hijacker, a potentially unwanted application (PUA) called Coloring Master. When insta
PowerGamesNetwork is categorized as a potentially unwanted application (PUA) and adware-type software. Developers state that it can be used to download various games. Indeed, it may seem to be a legitimate and useful app for people who play various games. In fact, when installed, this app forces
pushzonex.com is yet another rogue website that is virtually identical to browsers.top, pushtouchme.info, parliery.info, and many others. As with these examples, pushzonex.com redirects to various websites and delivers dubious content. Research shows that users often end up visiting pushzonex.com
As presented on its website, the Fanatical Assistant application supposedly gives users access to various games at the best prices. It also allows them to quickly find over 5000 games. This may seem to be a useful app, especially for people who often purchase games, however, Fanatical Assistant i
Imminent Monitor is a legitimate remote access tool (RAT) allowing users to control Microsoft Windows-based servers and computers remotely, however, cyber criminals use 'cracked' versions of Imminent Monitor to generate revenue. Therefore, although the tool itself is legitimate, it can be misused
Discovered by Michael Gillespie and belonging to the GlobeImposter ransomware family, Mr-X666 is a malicious ransomware-type program that cyber criminals distribute to extort money (cryptocurrency) from innocent people. This is achieved by encrypting files stored on computers and making ransom dem
As its name suggests, Cleanup My Mac (also distributed as CleanupMY-Mac, Cleanup-My Mac, Cleanup-My-Mac, CleanupMyMac and similar names) is promoted as an application used to clean Mac computers, fix various issues, and improve MacOS system performance. Developers present this app as a system o
First discovered by malware security researcher, Michael Gillespie, Doples is yet another variant of Djvu ransomware. After successful infiltration, Doples encrypts most stored data and appends filenames with the ".dople" extension (e.g., "sample.jpg" is renamed to "sample.jpg.dople"). Encrypted
"Error XR01F5" is a fake error/virus alert displayed in a pop-up window that appears when visiting a deceptive website. This is a scam used to extort money from people by encouraging them to use paid online services or purchase software. Generally, visitors to this website do not open it intentio