Xorist-Frozen Ransomware is yet another variant based on the infamous Xorist Ransomware. We have seen a number of dangerous ransomware programs originating from this base, such as Cryptedx Ransomware and Hello Ransomware. Unfortunately, this dangerous program can encrypt all your important files once it manages to sneak onto your system. Since you will not notice its presence until it is too late, it is not possible to remove Xorist-Frozen Ransomware from your computer without the possibility of losing your files to encryption. Hopefully, though, you have a recently saved backup in cloud storage or on an offline removable drive. Right now, this seems to be the only way for you to be able to recover your files. Our malware experts at anti-spyware-101.com say that they have not found any free tool yet that could help you restore your files. Also, there is no guarantee that if you pay the ransom, you will get the private key needed for decryption. We advise you to remove Xorist-Frozen Ransomware as soon as possible. For the details, please read our full article. Read more »
Tornado Ransomware
Ransomware is a lucrative type of malware, and the Tornado ransomware is yet another infection released for monetary gain. The infection encrypts files and drops many ransom notes demanding a ransom fee in return to the encrypted data. The requirements provided by the Tornado ransomware should be disregarded, because the attackers' promise to decrypt file is just a hoax. The possibility of having the files restored is close to zero, so, instead of spending a considerable sum of money for nothing, you should take action to remove the Tornado ransomware. Without a doubt, it is also necessary to ensure that such threats do not manage to find access to the system again in the future. Read more »
Error Code 022-100-006 fake alert
Error Code 022-100-006 fake alert is what malware researchers also call as a technical support scam. Our malware specialists at anti-spyware-101.com say that you can be exposed to this fake alert when you get redirected to a malicious page pretending to be a support page warning you about an alleged security issue. This alert claims that Vodafone Australia has detected a threat on your system that can steal personal and financial information from your computer. You are led to believe that you must call a provided telephone number for technical support. Of course, if you contact these schemers, you will not talk with a Microsoft certified technician. Instead, you could be asked to grant remote access to your PC and also buy a promoted security tool so that this alleged issue can be fixed. So, if you do not want to lose your money and even let cyber crooks gain access to your precious computer, we suggest that you remove Error Code 022-100-006 fake alert immediately. Read more »
filmsNet Search
Potentially unwanted programs (PUPs) find their ways to the computer unnoticed. The filmsNet Search extension is yet another PUP, which you have most likely installed by accident, and, if you are wondering what to do next, continue reading to find our recommendations.
The filmsNet Search extension enables you to access free content which, in most cases, would be available at a certain price. Not only filmsNet Search enables you to access video content, but also modifies the settings of the Chrome browser so that your search terms are redirected through an additional server before the Yahoo search generates related results. Such changes on the browser are usually not accepted by computer users, and, if you are also unsatisfied with this potentially unwanted program, do not hesitate to remove it from the browser. Read more »
Nebula Exploit Kit
Nebula Exploit Kit is a malicious software package that specialists came across for the first time in February, 2017. Most probably, it is a new variant of another Exploit Kit called Sundown. It is considered “new” because it has new indicators of compromise (IOCs); however, researchers have observed that it exploits some old vulnerabilities that are also exploited by RIG Exploit Kit, Neutrino Exploit Kit, Terror Exploit Kit, and Sundown Exploit Kit: CVE-2014-6332, CVE-2015-0016, CVE-2013-2551, CVE-2013-2551, CVE-2015-8651, CVE-2015-7645, and CVE-2016-4117. Mainly, Nebula Exploit Kit is used to drop the malicious payload on victims’ computers (it might be any malicious application), but it should be noted that not everybody can take advantage of it because it is not a free toolkit. Cyber criminals who want to use it for their malicious deeds need to pay money for it. Read more »
Clicksev.pro
Clicksev.pro is an advertising service that works jointly with various adware programs and nefarious websites to provide you with third-party advertisements. You are likely to notice the address Clicksev.pro once you click the advertisement, or before the landing page is loaded. Everyone behind those annoying advertisements and the questionable server Clicksev.pro is interested in taking advantage of as many Internet users as possible, so do not get surprised by tons of pop-ups, web banners, coupons, and interstitial advertisements that may be displayed by this advertising server. Read more »
Shurl0ckr Ransomware
Shurl0ckr Ransomware is a new danger that can come in different forms. According to our malware specialists at anti-spyware-101.com, this malicious program is a so-called RaaS (Ransomware as a Service) that is sold on the dark web. Since this ransomware can be customized a bit, well, at least, the ransom fee can, there could be several different versions spreading. This new threat is suspected to be a new strain of Gojdue Ransomware. The authors demand a 10% commission from the paid ransoms. You can simply fill out a quick form and you would get your version of the ransomware right away. Well, hopefully, you would not try any of this yourself, but this is what cyber villain wannabees and hackers may do. If you are hit by this dangerous infection, we do not advise you to pay the ransom since there is no guarantee that you will get the decryptor anyway. We recommend that you remove Shurl0ckr Ransomware from your system immediately. Read more »
ISP Has Blocked Your PC fake alert
ISP Has Blocked Your PC fake alert is a misguiding notification that is meant to trick you into calling schemers who are disguised as Microsoft technicians. The number, +1-888-876-8163, is represented via a misleading notification that you are likely to face if you carelessly click misleading ads and links, or visit scam-related websites. Is it possible that you need to delete ISP Has Blocked Your PC fake alert-related malware? Although that is unlikely to be the case, it is definitely a possibility you need to consider. We suggest using a malware scanner to rule this possibility out. Obviously, if malware is found, you should focus on removing it right now, but the misleading scam should not be ignored. Even if you get rid of it by closing the page representing it or the browser altogether, there are certain things you need to take care of. If you want to learn more about that, you should continue reading this report. Read more »
Windows Firewall Warning Alert
There are many ways how adware could affect your system security, and fake alerts are one of them. Windows Firewall Warning Alert is also a fake alert that says your system is under attack. The scammers behind this attack want yourself to call the given phone number. Supposedly, you can receive professional help if you call them, but that is a blatant scam. You have to close Windows Firewall Warning Alert right now, and then scan your computer with the SpyHunter free scanner. It will help you find the unwanted programs that could be behind all those annoying pop-ups that you encounter every day. Read more »
Practise Typing Tests Extension
Practise Typing Tests Extension could be one of the Mindspark applications, and sadly this developer is not known for its reliability. Our researchers believe the extension might be related to this company because after installation it shows a toolbar with particular links and a few of them redirect to Mindspark web pages. Users should also know the add-on could inject the search results with unreliable advertisements from various third parties. We would highly recommend staying away from it as the ads may come from anywhere, which means some part of them might be dangerous. What’s more, because of the described behavior and some other reasons that we will discuss in this article, Practise Typing Tests Extension falls under the classification of browser hijackers. Consequently, our researchers at Anti-spyware-101.com recommend removing it before anything goes wrong and if you decide to do so, you could use the manual deletion instructions available below. Read more »
