Vurten is another ransomware-type virus discovered by malware security researcher, S!Ri. Once infiltrated, Vurten encrypts most stored files and appends filenames with the ".improved" extension (e.g., "sample.jpg" is renamed to "sample.jpg.improved"). Encrypted files become unusable. Immediately
Developers present 1Click System Mechanic as legitimate software that helps to optimize computers and remove various errors/infections. On initial inspection, 1Click System Mechanic may seem legitimate and useful, however, this software is promoted using fake error-displaying websites. In some ca
"Adobe Flash Player Update" (macOS users should read this article) is a deceptive pop-up displayed by malicious websites, which are usually visited inadvertently. Users can be redirected to such webpages by potentially unwanted adware-type applications (PUAs). Scans like "Adobe Flash Player Updat
According to the developers, Fast Speed Test Now is a legitimate application that supposedly allows users to test their Internet performance. This functionality may appear legitimate and useful, however, Fast Speed Test Now is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and a browser hija
Identical to okaytab.com, surfnav.com is a fake web search engine that supposedly enhances the browsing experience by generating improved results and providing quick access to dozens of popular websites. Judging on appearance alone, surfnav.com may seem legitimate and useful, however, developers
According to the developers, okaytab.com is a legitimate web search engine that generates improved results and provides quick access to dozens of popular websites. Initially, this site may seem legitimate, however, developers promote it via browser-hijacking set-ups designed to modify browser opt
GoGameGo (a.k.a. Go Game Go) is a deceptive browser toolbar claiming to provide access to various games - "Install GoGameGo and access all your favorite Games in one click!" This plug-in may seem legitimate, however, GoGameGo often installs without users' permission. Furthermore, this dubious bro
First discovered by malware security researcher, Jack, ScorpionLocker is a ransomware-type virus based on Hidden Tear. Immediately after infiltration, ScorpionLocker encrypts most stored files using AES cryptography and appends filenames with the ".ScorpionLocker" extension (e.g. "sample.jpg" is r
go.paradiskus.com is a deceptive site that supposedly enhances the browsing experience by generating improved results. Judging on appearance alone, go.paradiskus.com may seem similar to Google, Bing, Yahoo, and other legitimate search engines. Therefore, many users believe that go.paradiskus.com
My Decryptor (also known as Magniber) is a ransomware-type virus discovered by malware security researcher, Michael Gillespie. This malware deletes shadow volum compies and encrypts stored files. Ir also appends an extension comprising seven random characters to filenames. For instance, "1.jpg" mi