Tracked campaign: Gameograf / Ovkas wallpaper adware

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Chrome Web Store

Happy Kitty Live Wallpaper

by [email protected] · 364 users
66065604-a58c-51f5-a4ab-2801c96664cd | v14.4.1

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0/ 100
MINIMAL risk
Threat verdict
Do not install

Confirmed member of a tracked malicious supply-chain campaign.

Analysis record

Analysed
3 months ago
Version
v14.4.1
Artifact
SHA256 2E2…47C
Source
Findings (non-IoC)

No Findings

All security checks passed

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.

43
Noisy-finding weight
x1.00
Publisher domain
No domain
Missing
Store verification signal
Limited signal
Limited
Extension portfolio
729
Portfolio

11 evidence rows available.

No Threats Detected

This extension passed all security checks

AI Security Report

AI Security Review

Evidence context: threat category none; evidence quality strong.

This extension's security findings are entirely consistent with documented false-positive patterns in the CVEQ platform. The 186 medium-severity IoC findings are not real network indicators—they are JavaScript property access chains misread as domains by the XIOC extractor. Specific examples include date.now (the JavaScript Date.now() method), this.off and this.map (JavaScript object property access), e.style (DOM element style property), l.opts.start.call and ce.event.handlers.call (method chaining), and u.data and o.data (object property access). These patterns match the "IoC Extractor Garbage" documentation exactly: property access chains like b.call, h.next, g.id being flagged as suspicious domains.

Critically, there are zero malware signatures (malware-signature: 0, malware: 0), zero obfuscation findings (obfuscation: 0), and zero actual network findings (network: 0). The 17 code-smell findings are classified as low-severity noise per the CVEQ guidelines—these match basic JavaScript patterns and should never drive a verdict. The extension's purpose (live wallpaper with kitty graphics) matches its description and name. There is no evidence of typosquatting, browser hijacking, credential theft, or proxyware functionality.

The developer attribution is a generic Gmail address ([email protected]), which is common for Chrome extensions and not inherently suspicious. The 347 user count is relatively low but not a threat indicator. No suspicious domains were detected—the IoC extractor found no actual external domains, only misinterpreted JavaScript syntax.

Counterargument: A skeptic might argue that 186 medium-severity findings from an anonymous developer warrants concern. This reasoning fails because finding count is explicitly documented as meaningless in the CVEQ threat model. The nature of these 186 findings is the evidence: they are all property chains misread as domains, not actual network indicators. If this were malicious code, we would see malware signatures, obfuscation, or real suspicious domains in the IoCs. None of these exist. The high finding count is an artifact of the XIOC extractor's known false-positive rate, not evidence of malicious behavior.

Conclusion: This is a benign live wallpaper extension with no malicious indicators. The findings are well-documented false positives that should be suppressed.

Key Reasons

  • All 186 IoC findings are JavaScript property chains (date.now, this.off, e.style) misread as domains by XIOC extractor
  • Zero malware signatures detected in any file
  • Zero obfuscation findings across the entire extension
  • Zero actual network communication findings
  • Extension purpose (live wallpaper) matches description with no impersonation

False Positive Considerations

  • XIOC property chain extraction false positives (date.now, this.off, e.style misread as domains)
  • Code-smell findings classified as low-severity noise per guidelines
  • No actual malware signatures or obfuscation detected
  • No real network communication findings

Reviewed 2026-04-30; recommended action: suppress false positive; model confidence 88%.

About This Extension

Happy Kitty Live Wallpaper transports you into a vibrant, whimsical world filled with charming feline characters. Each new tab greets you with stunning visuals featuring playful cats lounging in sunny gardens, chasing butterflies, or curled up in cozy corners. The artwork perfectly captures the essence of joy and comfort, making it a delightful backdrop for your daily browsing. The visual style is enriched with a palette of soft pastels and bright colors, creating an inviting atmosphere that brightens your day. Delicate animations bring these scenes to life, whether it’s a gentle swishing tail or a playful paw reaching out for an imaginary friend. Fans of cute and calming visuals will love how each theme emphasizes the playful and serene nature of kitties, offering a little escape from the everyday hustle. Enjoy the live wallpaper experience that turns your new tab into a cozy nook of joy and inspiration. Let the soothing sight of happy kitties make your browsing more enjoyable and visually appealing. Features 🎞 Dynamic HD live wallpapers ✨ Smooth animations and visual effects 🖱️ Shortcut links, date and time on the new tab 🔗 Quick access site shortcuts 🔍 Uses the search engine selected by the user 📌 Includes additional useful extensions For more engaging content, check out gameograf.com, where you can find similar extensions to enhance your browsing experience. Google Chrome Affiliate Program Disclosure This extension, when installed, opens the ovkas.com or gameograf.com website in your new tab to provide information about the downloaded extension. It is designed to enhance user experience, offer access to similar extensions, and help users create their own. The extension may contain links to specific services or products per policy. All redirects are designed for user benefit and require consent before any action is taken.

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