Bruk ransomware is a file-encrypting type of malicious infection. These types of infections are very dangerous because they essentially take files hostage and demand payment for their recovery. This particular ransomware can be identified by the extension that ends in .bruk added to files you can no longer open. The ransomware targets all personal files, as they are usually the…
The “Important: Action Required On Your Email Account” email falls into the phishing category. This email is trying to phish users’ email account credentials. It’s disguised as a notification from the email service provider about recipients supposedly needing to review their account settings and update their accounts, as the service is supposedly enhancing its system to improve reliability and security. The…
TamperedChef malware falls into the data stealer category. The malware is distributed via a sophisticated campaign that involves using Google Ads to promote a malicious AppSuite PDF Editor app that contains the TamperedChef stealer malware. Once activated, the malware targets highly sensitive data, including credentials and web cookies. Stealer malware infections are very dangerous because they are stealthy, which means they…
The “Netflix – Your monthly payment didn’t go through” email falls into the phishing scam category. The email is disguised as a notification from the streaming service Netflix and claims that the recipient’s monthly payment did not go through. The email warns that the recipient needs to update their payment information to enjoy uninterrupted service. If users fall for this…
The “Your Account Security Settings May Need Attention” email is a classic example of a phishing attempt. This type of email aims to deceive users into disclosing their email login credentials by claiming that they must update their account settings to maintain uninterrupted access. The email includes a link that redirects recipients to a phishing site, where they are prompted…
The “Email Delivery Status Notification” email is a phishing scam designed to steal users’ email login credentials. It pretends to be an email from the email service provider, claiming that incoming emails may not have been delivered to your inbox due to potential changes to your “dormain DNS and Email Authentication Update”. The email urges recipients to click the provided…
The “Email Account Failure Notice” email is a phishing scam aimed at stealing users’ email login details. It pretends to be an email from the service provider, claiming that because the account was used in a way that violates policies, it will be disabled. To supposedly continue using the email account, users need to verify their logins by clicking the…
The “IT Security Alert: Your Password Expires in 24 Hours” email falls into the phishing scam category. The email is a standard phishing attempt that tries to steal users’ email login credentials. It’s disguised as a notification from the IT Support Team and claims that your password is set to expire within the next 24 hours. According to the email, action…
The “UPS – Delivery Action Needed” email is a scam that tries to scam users out of money by claiming a parcel cannot be delivered because of incomplete information. The email is disguised as a notification from UPS, a shipping and parcel delivery company. According to the email, users have to confirm the address and payment within 24 hours. If…
KillBack ransomware is malware that encrypts files. It’s a type of infection that essentially takes personal/important files hostage and demands payment for their recovery. The ransomware can be recognized by the .killback extension added to encrypted files. Unfortunately, the ransomware will target all personal files, so most of your files will have the .killback extension if your computer becomes infected…