SMApps is a malicious program that aims at spreading illegal promotions. It mainly attacks browsers by changing settings and redirecting search queries from Google to suspicious sites. Possible distribution methods are standard: malicious adverts and dodgy sites with hacked software. This malware uses different detection evasion, anti-analysis, and persistence tactics. Although primarily positioned as adware,… Continue reading SMApps Virus
Tag: Adware
Re Captha Version Pop-Ups Virus
Recent user complaints show a new wave of malicious Re Captha Version website pop-ups. Such websites aim to force users into allowing pop-up notifications, to further send dozens of pop-up advertisements. Let me explain how this all works and how to stop pop-ups from appearing.
ChatGPT Causes New Wave of Fleeceware
Artificial intelligence is one of the most significant advances in technology. It is used in one way or another everywhere, from voice input recognition on your smartphone to autopilot systems in cars. But the latest development in the industry – the launch of OpenAI’s ChatGPT, which has caused a stir even to the point that… Continue reading ChatGPT Causes New Wave of Fleeceware
Grand Explorer Software – Remove Malware & Repair System
Grand Explorer app, or, as it is displayed in the list of installed programs, Grand Explorer 1.0.0.1 (2.4.5.0), is a classic example of adware. This program does not even try to mimic a legit utility, and simply shows you dozens of ads without your permission. It not just creates a mess in your system, but… Continue reading Grand Explorer Software – Remove Malware & Repair System
Fake Windows Update in Browser Deliver Aurora Stealer
Fake Windows Update became a malware spreading way once again. Updates are a pretty routine part of the Windows user experience. Over the last 7 years, Windows users mostly used to see the familiar update icon in the tray. Inexperienced people, however, do not know the mechanics of Windows update, and can be trapped with… Continue reading Fake Windows Update in Browser Deliver Aurora Stealer
Strange Enthusiasts Asked ChaosGPT to Destroy Humanity and Establish World Domination
Enthusiasts launched the ChaosGPT project, based on the open-source Auto-GPT, and AI was given access to Google and asked to “destroy humanity”, “establish world domination” and “achieve immortality”. ChaosGPT talks about its plans and actions on Twitter. Let me remind you that we also talked about the fact that Blogger Forced ChatGPT to Generate Keys… Continue reading Strange Enthusiasts Asked ChaosGPT to Destroy Humanity and Establish World Domination
GPT-4 Tricked a Person into Solving a CAPTCHA for Them by Pretending to Be Visually Impaired
Prior to the launch of GPT-4 earlier this week, the researchers ran a lot of tests, such as whether the latest version of OpenAI’s GPT could demonstrate freedom, desire for power, and at least figured out that AI could deceive a human to bypass CAPTCHA. Let me remind you that we also wrote that Russian… Continue reading GPT-4 Tricked a Person into Solving a CAPTCHA for Them by Pretending to Be Visually Impaired
Mobile Malware Threat Landscape — 2022 Summary
Today, a smartphone is much more than just a way to reach someone on the phone. Our smartphones contain valuable information, such as private photos, logins, and passwords for online banking. No wonder scammers are trying every way to gain access to our gadgets. Unfortunately, malware developers have mastered mobile platforms and continue to annoy… Continue reading Mobile Malware Threat Landscape — 2022 Summary
FatalRAT Malware Masks As Popular Apps in Google Ads
ESET experts have discovered the FatalRAT malware, which targets Chinese-speaking users: the threat is distributed through fake websites of popular applications and advertised through Google Ads. Let me remind you that we also wrote about Attackers Can Use GitHub Codespaces to Host and Deliver Malware, and you may also be interested in our article: Dangerous… Continue reading FatalRAT Malware Masks As Popular Apps in Google Ads
Hackers Are Misusing Google Ads to Spread Malware
Malware operators and other hackers are increasingly abusing Google Ads to distribute malware to users who are looking for popular software. So, you can encounter malicious ads when searching for Grammarly, MSI Afterburner, Slack, Dashlane, Malwarebytes, Audacity, μTorrent, OBS, Ring, AnyDesk, Libre Office, Teamviewer, Thunderbird, and Brave. Let me remind you that we also wrote… Continue reading Hackers Are Misusing Google Ads to Spread Malware