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Potentially unwanted programs are typically detected by AV solutions as .PUP or .PUA. Such programs may not be malicious by themselves, but when bundled in freeware/ shareware installers, they turn into an issue. Furthermore, AV software often detects malware in…
The infamous Carbanak Banking Trojan that stole more than $1 billion from global financial organizations is active once again. Security researchers at Csis.dk managed to isolate a signed binary that later turned out to be a new sample of Carbanak,…
A Banking Trojan is one of the many types of Trojan Horses. In computer and network safety, a Banking Trojan is any malicious program deployed to obtain confidential information about a bank’s customers and online banking systems. We have observed…
What Is Kijojo.com? If you launch your browser one day and find that the website Kijojo.com has been set as the homepage and default search provider, then some browser hijacker has been installed on your computer. The website will seem…
If you see allinchrome.com set up as your homepage without your consent, you should be aware that a browser hijacker has affected your system. Allinchrome.com is developed by Navigation Network Co., Limited. What browser hijackers such as this one do…
What Is HowToSimplified Toolbar? HowToSimplified Toolbar is yet another browser extension that you do not want to have on your computer. This toolbar promises that it will provide users with help you find home improvement tips, DIY tutorials, money-saving suggestions,…
Microsoft has released three new cumulative updates for Windows 10. Windows 10 updates have turned into a hot topic among users and security professionals. Some of the updates, like KB3081424, have caused lots of crashes and, as a result, stirred…
The program AdVPN has supposedly been created to grant users VPN services. In other words, it should allow them to browse the web anonymously. These services seem to be quite appealing as many users strive for online anonymity. But even…
SoftwareBundler:Win32/FakeDiX is a suspicious application that compromises the PC’s safety and performance. SoftwareBundler:Win32/FakeDiX is presented as a tool that downloads DirectX. However, it doesn’t. Instead, it creates suspicious .dll files on the system and injects malicious code to prevent detection.…
According to security research, MiniLiteSvc.exe is a process most likely related to browser hijackers and potentially unwanted applications. If your homepage has been changed without your permission, you should be aware that your system has been compromised. Another indication that…
Remember Encryptor RaaS- the ransomware-as-a-service piece that we recently discussed? In short, a RaaS will allow affiliate parties to generate income by spreading the malicious piece across the Internet. The bar of extorting money from users has been lowered once…
Several user complaints have been registered about a browser redirect and possibly browser hijacker. The issue appears on widely used browsers (Firefox, Chrome, Explorer) and is persistent. What it does is display pop-ups with advertisements (how to make easy money…
What Are Majestic Coupons Ads? Majestic Coupons Ads offer coupons, discounts, and promotions for items available on online shops. These ads will appear after the browser extension Majestic Coupons has been installed on your computer. It can work on Internet…
There have been user complaints about a peculiar pop-up that is displayed on Google Chrome. The text displayed is a number that shows the screen width. However, the pop-ups are reported to be quite annoying. Our research indicates that they…
What Is TrojanDownloader:MSIL/Winpud.A? TrojanDownloader:MSIL/Winpud.A is a really dangerous infection that you do not want on your computer. This is a big threat and can cause all kinds of harm for your system, including stealing all of your important information. You…
Article Pinpoints: *What are the types of Trojan Horses? *Who is endangered by Trojans? *What are the most notable Trojan attacks in the past years? *How do high profile, collection-of-malware attacks happen? What Is a Trojan Horse and How Does…
The appearance of TwistTinker Ads means that an adware program has been installed on your computer. Despite TwistTinker’s developers claiming that their program has been created to help users save money on their online shopping, it is highly unlikely that…
If you suddenly find your browser being flooded with different ads labeled as “Ads by WikiTime,” then adware has been installed on your computer. The program in question is called WikiTime. The supposed purpose of this program is to give…
According to security research, Skipperse.in may fall right into the category of scamming websites trying to steal money from users. When clicking on the ‘Learn more’ button on Skipperse.in, the user will be redirected to pcexperts.co.nz – another scamming website…
VNPApps, also known as Ads by VNPApps, is considered an ad-supported browser extension and a PUP. It is most likely compatible with widely preferred browsers such as Chrome, Explorer, Mozilla. Once installed, the application may start producing intrusive advertisements saying…
