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 # Malware Database
 ### Disclaimer
-This repository is one of the few malware collections on GitHub. Almost every sample here is **malicious** so I strongly recommend you to neither open these files on real hardware, nor misuse the malware to *prank* your friends. Playing with these samples may lead to irreversible consequences which may affect **anything** from personal data to passwords and banking information.
+The following repository is one of the few malware collections on GitHub. Almost every sample here is **malicious**, so you should neither execute them on real hardware, nor *«prank»* your friends by infecting them — **it's a [cybercrime](https://www.cps.gov.uk/legal-guidance/cybercrime-prosecution-guidance)**. Incorrect use of the samples provided may lead to irreversible damage, such as **personal data leaks**, **device inoperability**, **data loss**, and much, much more.
 
-**I am not responsible for any damage caused by the malware inside my repository and your negligence in general.**
+**❗ The owner and contributors are *NOT RESPONSIBLE* in any shape or form for any damage inflicted by the negligent use of samples stored in the repository, users must take necessary precautions prior to executing the samples.**
 
 ### Table of contents
 1. [Introduction](#introduction)
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 4. [FAQ](#faq)
 
 ### Introduction
-Most of people say: "**Malware isn't a toy to play with!**", however, I don't hold such an opinion. Malware is fun, if you know how to play with it! :wink: In my opinion, people who think opposite are gloomy and tedious or just afraid of it. Nonetheless, I still **DO NOT** recommend you using malware for your personal needs and benefits. **If you want to ask any type of questions (e. g. Archive password doesn't match; Provided malware doesn't work! etc.) use the "*Issues*" tab.** Also here are the steps if you want to support me and my repository!
-* Subscribe to my [YouTube](https://malwat.ch/youtube) channel
-* [Become a member](https://youtube.com/channel/UCWb-66XSFCV5vgKEbl22R6Q/join)!
+Most people claim *«malware samples aren't toys»*, but I believe game is a form of active learning, and it's important to be cybersecurity educated. Tinkering with malware in a controlled environment with necessary precautions taken is fun! :wink: People who think otherwise must simply be afraid of it. Nevertheless, it's still recommended to have **advanced computer knowledge** before dealing with malware in general. **Any type of *educated* question is welcome, but belongs to the issues. Submit an issue and have me answer it some time later.**
 
-**Any type of support will be highly appreciated!**
+If the repository made you a new hobby or helped you learn a new skill, here's how you can support me!
+* Subscribe to my [YouTube channel](https://go.enderman.ch/youtube);
+* Send a Super Thanks under one of my videos;
+* Donate by [becoming a member of the channel](https://go.enderman.ch/donate);
+* Simply spread the word and help a good cause.
+
+**Any support is highly appreciated!**
 
 ### Contributors
-This is a list of people who really helped me (excluding myself):
-* Fedor22 [[YouTube](https://youtube.com/channel/UCFB6WenBFAJqV-c2kZYYu5g), [GitHub](https://github.com/Fedor22)]
-* Alin Tecsan [[YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfHTUGM0KxkUMBH5vD6u0-g), [GitHub](https://github.com/AlinResources)]
-* ElektroKill
-* Lima X
-* WiPet
+This is a list of people who really helped the repository grow over time:
+* [Fedor22](https://github.com/Fedor22)
+* [Alin Tecsan](https://github.com/AlinResources)
+* [ElektroKill](https://github.com/ElektroKill)
+* [Lima X](https://github.com/Lima-X)
+* [WiPet](https://github.com/wipet)
+* [irql](https://github.com/irql)
 
 # About
-My malware repository isn't excellent, however, I am trying my best to convince you :smile:
+The malware repository might not be the largest, and even though I don't have much time to collect malware anymore, I'm trying my best! :smile:
 
-![About](https://malwat.ch/images/assets/malwareCollection.png)
+<img src="https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/9af0a0be-eda5-4826-a3b6-e3ab436cd974" alt="Local malware collection">
 
 ### Password
-The password for all archives is **mysubsarethebest**!
+The password for every archive in the repository is **mysubsarethebest** verbatim!
 
-### Percentage
-Here is a table of approximate percentage ratio of malware in my repository.
+### Statistics
+The following table shows an approximate ratio of malware type present in the repository.
 
 Malware type | Percentage
 ------------ | -------------
-Rogue (Fraud) | 40%
-Joke | 35%
+Rogue/PUP | 40%
+Malicious website | 20%
+Joke | 15%
 Trojan | 10%
 Ransomware | 10%
-Self-made / Viewer-made | 5%
+Custom-made | 5%
 
 # FAQ
-### Here you can find answers to frequently asked questions. This may be helpful!
-**Q:** What is the password for the archive I've downloaded?  
-**A:** It is **mysubsarethebest**... Read the description carefully!
 
-**Q:** I know I didn't misspell the password for the archive, however it STILL won't unlock. What do I do?  
-**A:** Check for the mistakes again, if it doesn't help then create an issue, I will reupload the one you're struggling with. Mistakes can happen!
+### Here you can find answers to frequently asked questions. This may be helpful if you're a newcomer!
+❓ The archive is password-protected. What's the password?  
+💡 The password is **mysubsarethebest** verbatim. In fact, you probably [scrolled past it](#password) without noticing...
 
-**Q:** I can't find the sample I need which you reviewed on your channel, why?  
-**A:** I am happy to announce the malware series are back, although I cannot guarantee the presence of every sample reviewed on my channel. Create an issue if you don't find a sample you really want, I (or my moderator) will help you shortly after. But please, please don't spam with your requests in issues. Send them to my mailbox. (mentioned in the 4th question)
+❓ I am 100% sure I did not mistype the password when opening/extracting the archive, however it *still* doesn't accept the password, what's the deal?  
+💡 Check for any mistakes once again to be 101% sure, and if the issue is indeed on my side *(we're all human!)*, do notify me by creating an issue! I will make sure to reupload the sample with the right password.
 
-**Q:** Can I contribute to your malware database? If yes, how?  
-**A:** Yes, of course you can. You can send your malware **(no batch or bat2exe files, please)** to my mailbox! (realendermanch@gmail.com) Only the best of the best will be reviewed and put here.
+❓ The sample I absolutely loved you reviewed on YouTube isn't in this repository, why's that?  
+💡 The malware series are back, although I cannot guarantee the presence of every sample reviewed on my channel. Create an issue if you don't find a sample you really want, I (or my moderator) will help you shortly after. But please, please don't spam with your requests in issues. Send them to my mailbox. (mentioned in the 4th question)
 
-**Endermanch, 2020**
+❓ Can I contribute to your malware database? If yes, how?  
+💡 Of course. You can send malware submissions directly to my [mailbox](#contact)! The malware you made yourself has to be **well made and well thought-through**, it has to be original and have artistic value. Only the cream of the crop will be reviewed and uploaded into this repository.
+
+❓ **WHERE IS SOLARIS?**  
+💡 The original creator of the malware **nikitpad** does not want the sample to be shared online. I respect her decision, and so should you. Please don't be a leech and bother me or her about Solaris.
+
+### Contact
+You can contact me by sending an e-mail: contact@enderman.ch or via [Twitter](https://twitter.com/endermanch). 
+
+*Last updated: July 31st, 2024*  
+**©️ Endermanch, 2018-present**