adware
Coverage of adware in the Nexus archive.
- [US] Playstore adware (maybe malware?) disguised as AAA games
A user discovered fake apps on the Google Play Store disguised as AAA games like No Man's Sky, which are actually ad-filled scams that prevent gameplay. These apps use misleading titles and package names, and Google has not removed them despite reports.
- 'Harmless' Global Adware Transforms Into an AV Killer
A seemingly benign adware update called Dragon Boss, released in March 2025, established persistence through scheduled tasks and configured Windows Defender to exclude future payloads, effectively evading detection. The update's actions highlight a shift from harmless adware to a more dangerous threat capable of bypassing antivirus protections.
- JSON Formatter Chrome Plugin Now Closed and Injecting Adware
The JSON Formatter Chrome plugin, which was previously available on GitHub, has been closed and found to inject adware. The plugin's repository and related discussion on Hacker News highlight security concerns.