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caforssztxqzf2nm.onion Locker
If you cannot access your computer because of a black screen with a text in red on top of it saying your files were encrypted, you might have encountered a screen locked called caforssztxqzf2nm.onion Locker. Even though it may claim that your files were encrypted, it does not mean it is true. Our specialists report that the variant they tested does not encrypt any data. However, it looks like the malicious application might modify Registry files and drop a few files on a system that may allow the threat to block a user’s screen even in Safe Mode. ...
REvil Ransomware
When was the last time you installed security updates? If you cannot remember that, REvil Ransomware might have already slithered into your operating system. Of course, if that had happened, it is likely that you would be aware of it by now because this infection does not take any time to encrypt personal files and then introduce itself to the victims. That being said, unpatched security vulnerabilities can be responsible for the malicious threat, and if you do not want to face it, it is imperative that you update your operating system immediately. It is particularly important that you patch CVE-2019-2725 and CVE-2018-8453 vulnerabilities that have been proven to be exploited by the malicious ransomware. ...
Extenbro Dns
You probably don’t even know how Extenbro Dns entered your computer. This Trojan infection is there to stop you from acquiring security software, and we can assume that it is used together with some other infection that targets your personal information or your system in general.
It is often hard to detect and remove Trojans because they work in the system background, and they do not have GUIs. So, to remove Extenbro Dns on time, you have to employ a reliable security application that will help you perform regular system scans. What’s more, this Trojan could be just one of the many malicious intruders currently running on your PC. ...
Searcher.ilowcost.ru
If you are looking for a new search engine, you might come across Searcher.ilowcost.ru. While it is not malicious, you should know that it is thought to be suspicious, which is why researchers recommend being careful with it. Moreover, some users may also find it annoying since the website may want to show notifications, and it does not even explain what kind content such messages may advertise. To learn more about this search engine, you could read the rest of our report. On the other hand, if you already know you do not want to keep it on your system, you could slide below and use our provided removal instructions. ...
Ims00ry Ransomware
Did Ims00ry Ransomware invade your Windows operating system and encrypt your personal files? If that has happened, you might feel like you are stuck in a desperate position. Your files are encrypted, and the attackers are demanding money in return for the recovery. But can you trust cyber criminals? Will they restore your files once you pay the ransom? These are the questions that might be bothering you right now, but you should forget about all of them because a free decryptor is already available, and you can use it to free your files in no time. ...
Gelup
If you live in Argentina, Japan, or the Philippines, Gelup is the infection that you need to learn about. It is not spreading across every computer found in these countries, but if the operating system is weak and unprotected, the chances of it getting infected certainly increase. Unfortunately, this infection is one of those that you really do not want hanging around. It is known as a payload downloader, which means that cyber criminals can use it to download anything and everything. Needless to say, that puts you at serious risk. For all we know, if this threat got in, you could soon face ransomware, keyloggers, data-stealing infections, Trojans, and all kinds of other malicious threats. ...
COPAN Ransomware
How safe are you online? If you cannot say that you are extremely safe, COPAN Ransomware is one of the many threats that you need to keep on your mind. They can slither in using spam emails, bundled downloaders, hijacked accounts, and using various security vulnerabilities. The threat is disguised and hidden, and so if you think that you would recognize it right away, you need to think again. Ransomware is clandestine. It needs to be that way because if victims can unveil the attack immediately, it might be impossible, and cyber criminals are relying on this infection to attack successfully, otherwise, they will not succeed at extorting money from you. ...
Olympic Destroyer
Olympic Destroyer is a malicious application that was targeted at the Winter Olympic Games organizers and partners. Apparently, the event’s partners who were affected by this Trojan contacted cybersecurity specialists just a few days after the opening ceremony. Specialists revealed that the malware is a self-propagating infection that is capable of stealing sensitive information. No doubt, such a threat could have made things difficult for the Olympics’ organizers, so it is fortunate that they were able to receive help from specialists early on. ...
BURAN Ransomware
BURAN Ransomware is a malicious application that might enter a system while exploiting unpatched Internet Explorer and Adobe Flash Player versions. Like most ransomware applications it encrypts files that might be precious to victims and shows ransom notes saying recovery will cost around 100 US dollars. If you have no other way to restore your files, the sum may not look significant compared to encrypted data. Still, we advise not to pay it if you do not want to risk getting scammed. Hackers may say anything to convince their victims to pay, but in the end, there is not knowing whether they will keep up with their promises. ...
System Firewall Has Blocked Some Features Pop-up
If you are seeing alerts saying “Suspicious Activity” has been detected and that you need to call for Technical support with the following number: +1 855 966 0966, you probably encountered System Firewall Has Blocked Some Features Pop-up. It is a fake alert that tries to trick users into contacting scammers while thinking they are certified technicians. If the user is convinced, the cybercriminals behind this threat may try to persuade him to give hackers access to his computer, buy expensive tools he does not need, and so on. If you want to learn more about the fake notification or find out where such threats come from, we invite you to read the rest of this article. ...
