Tracked campaign: Gameograf / Ovkas wallpaper adware

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Christmas Cabin Live Wallpaper

by [email protected] · 936 users · 5.0 rating
4d1a46c8-3a54-5065-a86e-8dde3d0c9795 | v3.6
44/ 100
MEDIUM risk
-7 since v3.5
Threat verdict
Do not install

Confirmed member of a tracked malicious supply-chain campaign.

Analysis record

Analysed
1 weeks ago
Version
v3.6
Artifact
SHA256 4AB…238
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.

Security Analysis: Christmas Cabin Live Wallpaper

This extension demonstrates a clear pattern of known false-positive detections from CVEQ's automated scanning system. The 35 high-severity findings labeled as "malware-signature" are actually postinstall_* YARA rules (YARA--postinstall_network_communication, YARA--postinstall_system_command, YARA--postinstall_file_manipulation, YARA--postinstall_file_download) that match basic JavaScript patterns. The threat model explicitly states these rules fire on "almost any non-trivial JavaScript" and should "NEVER drive a verdict." These findings appear across multiple files including /img/bg.mp4, /css/style.css, /js/calculator.js, /js/bg.js, /js/calendar.js, /js/newsBar.js, and /js/script.js.

The 3 medium-severity network findings (NET-FETCH-js/popup.js-29, NET-FETCH-js/script.js-45, NET-FETCH-js/newsBar.js-17) represent standard fetch API calls, which are normal for any extension that loads content or checks for updates. The findings summary confirms "code-smell":35 accounts for the high-severity count, while "ioc":0 shows no suspicious domains were extracted. There are no actual malware signatures, no credential theft patterns, no suspicious IoCs, no obfuscation, and no browser hijacking indicators.

Counterargument: A skeptic might argue that 35 high-severity findings warrant concern regardless of their classification. However, the threat model explicitly states "Finding COUNT is not evidence. Finding NATURE is evidence." The postinstall_* rules are documented false positives that match benign code patterns like fetch, exec, fs, crypto, and process.env references. Real malicious behavior would show specific suspicious domains (not generic CDN/infra domains), actual malware signatures co-located with obfuscation, or deceptive naming patterns. None of these appear in the evidence. The extension's function—displaying an anime Christmas wallpaper on the new tab page—is straightforward and matches its description. The developer email ([email protected]) is less transparent than a company name, but this alone doesn't indicate malicious behavior. No actual threat indicators exist beyond the known false positive patterns.

Conclusion: This extension is a likely false positive. The findings are driven by known noise patterns in CVEQ's scanning system. The extension performs its stated function without evidence of malicious behavior.

Key Reasons

  • All 35 high-severity findings are postinstall_* YARA rules, documented as known false positives
  • Network findings are standard fetch calls, normal for any extension
  • Zero IoCs extracted, no suspicious domains detected
  • No actual malware signatures or obfuscation present
  • Extension behavior matches its stated purpose

False Positive Considerations

  • postinstall_* YARA rules matching basic Node.js patterns
  • Code-smell findings misclassified as malware-signature
  • Normal fetch calls flagged as network findings

Reviewed 2026-04-30; recommended action: suppress false positive; model confidence 85%.

Chrome version history

Risk trend by version

2 analyzed versions. Each point is the latest successful scan for that version; failed zero-score scans are hidden. Dates are based on first seen by risky plugins.

Selected
44
Change since first
-7
Change from previous
-7
Versions:
First analyzed version
3.5
Apr 30, 2026
Risk range
44 to 50
Across analyzed versions
Latest analyzed version
3.6
Oct 18, 2026
Selected version
medium
Version
v3.6
1 weeks ago
Risk score
44
Findings
6
Change vs previous
-7

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About This Extension

Immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of a cozy Christmas cabin, beautifully adorned with festive decorations against a serene snowy landscape. Experience the charm of animated snowflakes drifting gently while warm light flickers from the windows, perfectly capturing the warmth and nostalgia of the holiday season. This extension is a must-have for those who cherish the magic of Christmas, transforming every new tab into a captivating, winter wonderland. Extension Features 🎞 Christmas Cabin 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