Tracked campaign: Gameograf / Ovkas wallpaper adware

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Chrome Web Store Verified

Counter Strike Live Wallpaper

by [email protected] · 100 users
107442ee-3016-527a-8c15-54e547b83b3f | v2.1
44/ 100
MEDIUM risk
Threat verdict
Do not install

Confirmed member of a tracked malicious supply-chain campaign.

Analysis record

Analysed
1 weeks ago
Version
v2.1
Artifact
SHA256 830…EB9
Source
Findings (non-IoC)

Evidence ledger

Ranked by severity · findings with a source location link to the code viewer

6 detail rows

Publisher Evidence

Limited evidence

[email protected]

Publisher identity, store signals, distribution reach, and warning signals used for context. Treat this as supporting evidence, not a clean bill of health.

Chrome does not expose the same publisher verification data as IDE stores, so this score is deliberately conservative.

51
Noisy-finding weight
x1.00
Publisher domain
gameograf.com
Observed
Store verification signal
Limited signal
Limited
Extension portfolio
1.6K
Portfolio

11 evidence rows available.

Finding Categories

6
Network

Requested Permissions

4 permissions
search
Low
alarms
Low
storage
Low
https://api.gameograf.com/*
Low

AI Security Report

AI Security Review

Evidence context: threat category none; evidence quality moderate.

This extension triggers 168 total findings, with 146 classified as IoCs. However, every IoC finding follows the documented false-positive pattern where the XIOC extractor misreads JavaScript property access chains as domain names. The finding XIOC-DOMAIN-r.old.call is not a domain—it is a JavaScript property chain like r.old.call in minified code. Similarly, XIOC-DOMAIN-l.opts.start.call, XIOC-DOMAIN-e.elem.style, XIOC-DOMAIN-s.data, and XIOC-DOMAIN-v.data are all property access patterns, not network destinations. The finding XIOC-DOMAIN-t.events is the only one that could plausibly be a real domain, but without network activity evidence, it cannot be confirmed as malicious.

The extension has zero malware-signature findings and zero obfuscation findings. Code-smell findings (20 total) are expected noise from basic JavaScript patterns and bundled dependencies. The developer attribution [email protected] is an email address rather than a company name, which is a minor concern but not evidence of malicious intent. The extension's description—"Experience the thrill of Counter-Strike every time you open a new tab"—aligns with legitimate new-tab wallpaper extensions.

The strongest counterargument is the anonymous developer and the high finding count. A skeptic might argue that 146 IoCs indicates hidden network activity. However, the IoC extractor's false-positive rate on property chains is well-documented, and the nature of these findings (all matching x.y.z patterns) confirms they are artifacts of minified JavaScript, not actual domains. Without malware signatures, obfuscation, or confirmed suspicious network destinations, the finding count is meaningless noise.

Key Reasons

  • All IoC findings match documented XIOC false-positive pattern for property chains
  • Zero malware signatures detected
  • Zero obfuscation findings
  • Extension description matches legitimate new-tab wallpaper functionality

False Positive Considerations

  • XIOC property chain misread as domains (r.old.call, l.opts.fail, e.elem.style)
  • High IoC count from minified JavaScript patterns
  • Code-smell findings from basic JavaScript patterns

Reviewed 2026-05-09; recommended action: suppress false positive; model confidence 85%.

About This Extension

Counter Strike Live Wallpaper features a dynamic HD live wallpaper designed around its visual theme, bringing the subject into every new tab with a continuously looping scene. Extension Features 🎞 Counter Strike Live Wallpaper Video – Dynamic HD looped live wallpaper. 🔗 Popular Shortcuts – Quick access to YouTube, Netflix, ChatGPT, Amazon, and more. 🞞 Custom Shortcuts – Add your favorite websites for instant access. 🔍 Search Bar – Works seamlessly with your default search engine. 🕒 Clock & Date – Minimalist, always-on time & date widget. 📝 Sticky Notes – Colorful, draggable notes on your new tab. 🔔 Notifications – Get alerts about new wallpapers & features. 📧 Google Apps – One-click access to Gmail, Maps, Drive, and more. 🤖 ChatGPT Widget – Ask questions and get instant AI-powered answers. ✅ To-Do List – Organize your daily tasks directly on your new tab. 📅 Calendar Tool – Keep track of important dates. 🧮 Calculator – Perform calculations without leaving Chrome. ⏳ Timer – Built-in countdown for productivity or breaks. 🛠 More Tools – Includes privacy settings, uninstall guide, and support. About Us Gameograf.com develops premium Chrome new tab themes designed for anime, gaming, cars, celebrities, sports, and more. Enjoy visually stunning and immersive browsing experiences with every extension. 🌐 Website: https://gameograf.com 📩 Contact: https://gameograf.com/contact-us/ 🔒 Privacy Policy: https://gameograf.com/privacy-policy/ 💬 Feedback: https://gameograf.com/feedback/ 📧 Email: [email protected] Affiliate Policy Notice This extension opens a new tab at https://gameograf.com. Some links on our website including Amazon links may contain affiliate tracking. If you purchase through these links, Gameograf.com may earn a small commission, helping us maintain and improve our free extensions.

Frequently Asked Questions