Malware Lab

Malware security alerts, detailed malware analysis reports and ransomware decrypters straight from our industry experts at the Emsisoft Malware Lab.

18/06/2018

9 min read
- Malware Lab
- Manual Malware Removal
How to Perform Manual PUP Removal

Emsisoft’s security experts are once again sharing their malware removal know-how in the second installment of our Malware Removal Series! In this blog post, our Lead Malware Analysts focus on the safe manual removal of Potentially Unwanted Program, also known as PUPs.
15/05/2018

9 min read
- Malware Lab
- Manual Malware Removal
The Basics of Manual Malware Identification and Removal

Emsisoft’s security experts are sharing their malware removal know-how in our new Malware Removal Series! In this blog post, our Lead Malware Analysts give us an introduction to malware identification and removal.
15/08/2017

8 min read
- Emsisoft News
- Ransomware
Spotlight on ransomware: Ransomware payment methods

Are bitcoin and the blockchain to blame for the recent explosion in ransomware? Explore the payment methods that are supporting the new wave of cybercrime.
12/07/2017

5 min read
- Decrypters
- Ransomware
Decrypt latest Nemucod ransomware with Emsisoft’s free decrypter

The latest Nemucod ransomware variant, dubbed NemucodAES, is trying to make a mark. Emsisoft's free decrypter is here to help free your files.
11/07/2017

7 min read
- Ransomware
Petya ransomware analysis: How the attack unfolded

As the dust settles, we revisit Petya ransomware to assess the impact it has had, what the motivation was behind it, and why so many high profile companies were still caught by surprise.
27/06/2017

6 min read
- Ransomware
Petya ransomware variant attacks computers worldwide

A Petya ransomware variant is attacking computer networks worldwide, using the same NSA exploits as Wannacry. Emsisoft's Lab team analyzes the latest threat in detail.
21/06/2017

9 min read
- Ransomware
Spotlight on ransomware: Ransomware encryption methods

Crypto-ransomware locks your files to demand money. What makes this malware threat credible? Modern encryption methods. Find out how it works.
22/05/2017

2 min read
- Ransomware
New XData ransomware spreads faster than WannaCry

XData ransomware is the latest outbreak that is attacking systems mostly in Ukraine. Here’s all you need to know about this developing story.
18/05/2017

7 min read
- Ransomware
WannaCry Ransomware: Interview with Emsisoft’s ransomware experts

Concerned about #WannaCry ransomware? Never fear, the Emsisoft Malware Lab are here to explain all you need to know about this latest ransomware outbreak.
12/05/2017

8 min read
- Ransomware
Global WannaCry ransomware outbreak uses known NSA exploits

WCry ransomware is the latest global outbreak that is using known NSA exploits to attack systems. Here's all you need to know and how to stay protected.