Lordofshadow Ransomware is a malicious application that could be distributed among users who speak French. It looks like it can encrypt various types of data and so it may do a lot of damage to the victims who receive it. However, our researchers could not find a working sample, which suggests the malware might be already inactive. Nonetheless, if you encountered it while it was still being distributed and wish to learn more about it, we encourage you to read our report and find out the details our specialists were able to discover. Also, at the end of the text, we will offer deletion instructions for manual Lordofshadow Ransomware’s removal. ...
Ransomware programs have been spiking in popularity over the last year, and that trend does not seem to slow day anytime soon. Our malware experts have come across one more application of this category, which is known as Magniber Ransomware. If you ever happen to encounter this devious piece of software while surfing the web, make sure to refrain from it all times. It goes without saying that you must delete this malware if you ever discover it active on your personal computer. Just like any other program of this classification, it can encrypt a large number of files without any notification or authorization. ...
If your computer suddenly started to work slower, it might be because you installed a potentially unwanted program called Quick Searcher Chrome Extension. Our specialists believe the add-on was created to mine various digital currencies by employing the user’s computer. Unfortunately, while the software’s creators generate money, the user may find it impossible to work on his computer. Apparently, Quick Searcher Chrome Extension might use most of the computer’s CPU, and as a result, it could become difficult to launch, open or work with various applications. ...
Ransomware infections are now very often launched with some key features lacking. The Allcry ransomware is one the threats that attempt to scare victims into paying up without actually encrypting files on the affected computer. Upon installation, the threat displays a threatening warning, according to which, the victim has to pay a release fee of 0.2 Bitcoin, which is a digital currency widely popular among cyber fraudsters. The Allcry ransomware is one of hundreds and thousands attempts to fleece inexperienced computer users, and you should not give in. If a program window named Allcry Crypter is sticked to your screen, ignore the requirements outlined and take action to remove the ransomware from your PC for good. ...
OnlineMusic Search is a browser extension compatible with Google Chrome. It is promoted as a powerful tool that will enable users to search for songs, full albums, music videos, and more straight from their browsers. Evidently, there is a number of users who believe that it is a useful application because, at the time of writing, there were already 82 565 people who had installed this extension from the Chrome Web Store. Since it is not the only source it can be downloaded from, the number of people using it must be even higher. Most likely, you have found it installed on your computer too if you are reading this article. ...
Recently, malware researchers at our internal labs have discovered yet another browser hijacker. The devious program in question goes by the name of Search.webalta.ru. If you ever encounter it while browsing the Internet, make sure to bypass it at all times. It is critical to do so because this intrusive application can easily change your browser's default settings without any notification whatsoever. Due to the invasive changes your online activities will be severely compromised, to say the least. Furthermore, it is critical to note that in some instances this browser hijacker might be the primary reason other questionable programs might enter your personal computer without encountering any major problems. ...
Ultimate Popup Killer is a typical potentially unwanted application even though it is advertised as a powerful pop-up blocker. If users open http://ultimatepopupkiller.com, which is its official website, they find out why this program is better than others. For example, it promises not to use too much system’s resources and, on top of that, it claims that it can block ALL pop-ups that appear on users’ screens. Yes, this application might look quite useful, but you should still not install it because more trustworthy applications that act as pop-up blockers are available, and you should definitely use one of them instead. ...
Search.searchleasy.com might look like a legitimate search engine, but the reality is that it is unreliable. We have classified it as a browser hijacker because its creators distribute it using deceptive methods that will replace your browser’s default homepage with Search.searchleasy.com. On top of that, its search results are apt to feature questionable links that can jeopardize your computer’s security. Therefore, we recommend that you remove this malicious search engine using the guide below this article. ...
Master PC Cleaner is a system optimization tool offering users a wide range of functionalities. The tool is presented as capable of fixing registry issues, browser add-ons related problems, and some more. However, the Master PC Cleaner software is more troublesome than useful because of its deceptive measures used to encourage inexperienced users to invest in the full version of the program. The system optimizer displays bogus system scan results. In addition, the deceptive tool is distributed by software bundles, so it falls to the category of potentially unwanted programs (PUPs). ...
Specialists at 411-spyware.com have thoroughly analyzed Deloton.com to find out what it is, and they are now sure that it is not an ordinary website. They say that it is an advertising server that might present you with advertisements. You might find its ads on third-party websites you visit, but they might be opened on your screen periodically too. If Deloton.com ads are opened on your screen no matter what you do, this must be one of the first signs showing that some kind of untrustworthy application has been installed on your computer. ...