Tracked campaign: Gameograf / Ovkas wallpaper adware

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Pixel Lofi City Live Wallpaper New Tab

by [email protected] · 1.0K users · 5.0 rating
fd2cb702-7346-50cb-b564-c20ec577e312 | 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 201…654
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 strong.

This extension presents a classic false-positive case driven by CVEQ's known noise patterns. The 434 IoC findings are almost entirely garbage from the XIOC extractor. Domains like s.call, ae.call, i.call, o.call, se.call, oe.flat.call, ce.map, and a.id are property access chains misread as domains—a well-documented false-positive pattern where JavaScript object property access (e.g., s.call(), a.id) is incorrectly extracted as network indicators. The remaining IoCs reference legitimate services: www.google.com, forms.google.com, photos.google.com, and jquery.org.

Zero malware signatures were detected, and zero obfuscation findings were triggered. The 35 code-smell findings are low-severity noise from YARA rules that match basic JavaScript patterns (fetch, crypto, process.env) and are explicitly classified as noise in the CVEQ guidelines. The extension's stated purpose—a live wallpaper for the new tab page—is consistent with its behavior and does not match any high-confidence threat indicators.

The developer is identified as [email protected], providing contact attribution. While this is an email address rather than a company name, it is not anonymous. The extension has 805 users, which is modest but not suspicious.

Counterargument: A skeptic might argue that 472 total findings with 35 high-severity items warrants concern. However, the guidelines explicitly state that finding COUNT is not evidence—finding NATURE is evidence. The nature of these findings is well-documented false positives: property access chains misread as domains, legitimate Google/CDN domains, and code-smell rules that fire on almost any non-trivial JavaScript. The absence of malware signatures, obfuscation, credential theft indicators, browser hijacking patterns, or suspicious third-party domains confirms this is benign. The high-severity classification of IoC findings is misleading when the IoCs themselves are garbage.

Key Reasons

  • Zero malware signatures detected
  • All IoCs are either legitimate domains (google.com, jquery.org) or property access chains misread as domains (s.call, a.id)
  • No obfuscation findings
  • Code-smell findings are low-severity noise
  • Legitimate extension purpose with identifiable developer

False Positive Considerations

  • XIOC property access chain misread as domains (s.call, a.id, ce.map)
  • Legitimate Google domains flagged as IoCs
  • Code-smell YARA rules matching basic JavaScript patterns
  • Bundled library domains (jquery.org)

Reviewed 2026-04-29; recommended action: suppress false positive; model confidence 88%.

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 28, 2026
Risk range
44 to 50
Across analyzed versions
Latest analyzed version
3.6
Oct 20, 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

Pixel Lofi City Live Wallpaper invites you to immerse yourself in a beautifully crafted digital city skyline, where soft pinks and mauves adorn the buildings against a warm pastel sunset. The animated scene features charming glowing windows that suggest a serene urban nightlife, enhancing the nostalgic vibe of the intricate 16-bit art. Ideal for those who appreciate the calming aesthetics of lofi music, each new tab transforms into a peaceful escape, perfectly blending retro art with a contemporary atmosphere. Extension Features 🎞 Pixel Lofi City Live Wallpaper New Tab 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.

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