In the course of our review of malware samples submitted to VirusTotal, it has been identified that Ljaz is ransomware belonging to the Djvu family. Ljaz encrypts files, appends its extension (".ljaz") to filenames), and creates the "_readme.txt" file (a ransom note). An example of how Ljaz modif
In the process of our thorough assessment of malware samples submitted to the VirusTotal page, it has surfaced that Ljuy is ransomware that belongs to the Djvu family. Ljuy encrypts files and appends its extension (".ljuy") to filenames. For instance, it changes "1.jpg" to "1.jpg.ljuy", "2.png" to
Lifebestconcept[.]com is the address of a rogue webpage discovered by our research team during a routine inspection of untrustworthy sites. It is designed to promote scams and spam browser notifications. The lifebestconcept[.]com page can also redirect visitors elsewhere (likely dubious/malicious
While investigating new submissions to the VirusTotal website, our research team discovered the Laser.app application. After inspecting this piece of software, we determined that it is adware from the Pirrit malware family. Laser.app operates by feeding users with undesirable and deceptive adver
"Managed by Your Organization" is a feature on Microsoft Edge browsers. Its purpose is to enable administrators/managers to tailor browser operation within an establishment. For example, within an organization, this functionality allows for various policies to be set for browsing and browsers. Ho
Security vendors assign the name Win32/Floxif upon detecting the presence of backdoor malware. This type of malware is known for its ability to secretly create unauthorized access points in the infected system, enabling remote control and execution of malicious activities by the attackers.
The SugarGh0st malware is a Remote Access Trojan (RAT). It establishes remote access and control over infected machines. It is highly likely that SugarGh0st is based on the Gh0st RAT. This malicious program has been observed being utilized in multiple campaigns, possibly starting as early as Augu
The Grand Explorer app is marketed as a tool that enables users to securely contribute their computer's idle time to perform complex calculations and problem-solving tasks. According to its description, the app operates exclusively during periods of computer inactivity and has no impact on perform
Reinquire is a rogue application that operates as advertising-supported software (adware). It is part of the Pirrit adware family. The Reinquire app is designed to run intrusive advertisement campaigns, and it may have additional harmful capabilities. Adware is designed to display third-
"Malwarebytes - Your PC Is Infected With 5 Viruses!" is a scam that our researchers discovered while investigating rogue webpages. It displays a fake system scan that finds multiple viruses on users' systems. However, no website can detect threats on visitors' devices, and this is not an exceptio