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OpenXBrowser, also dubbed Open X Browser, is a potentially unwanted program with adware functionalities. Once running, OpenXBrowser may gather personally identifiable information and compromise the user’s online safety. The PUP may also be responsible for the display of sponsored results…
Win PC Optimizer is classified as a potentially unwanted application. The PUP is marketed as a free system optimization tool, but users should be aware. Win PC Optimizer is nothing but a rogue application and as such, it may trick…
BrowserDefender is a potentially unwanted application detected as a possible malware threat and developed by PerformerSoft/Bit89/MediaTechSoft Inc. BrowserDefender is another variant of the BrowserProtector software and is often bundled with products by PerformerSoft. Once installed, BrowserDefender may cause several issues.…
KeepersExt is described as a potentially unwanted program with adware features. The PUP is compatible with popular browsers like Explorer, Firefox, and Chrome. Once running, KeepersExt may affect the browser’s performance and may also compromise the user’s security. Users are…
Ultimate PC Optimizer is a free system optimization program developed by ATSH Ltd for Windows. The optimizer, however, has a bad reputation across the Web. Various AV tools have included the program on the list of potentially unwanted applications. That…
Coupnoon, also known as Coupnoon Ads and Ads by Coupnoon, is classified as an ad-supported application that promises to provide various deals and coupons. Once running, Coupnoon may generate invasive advertisements on Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, and interfere with the user’s…
Trojan.Betabot, also known as Betabot, is classified as a backdoor Trojan. Once activated, the Trojan creates registry entries and thus, launches every time Windows starts. Trojan.Betabot is also set to modify the Internet security settings so that the computer becomes…
New App, also known as New App Ads and Ads by New App, is an adware application developed by SuperWebLLC. New App is compatible with popular browsers like Chrome, Firefox, Explorer, and Safari. Once running in the background, the ad-supported…
The pop-up advertisements generated by Do-not-ignore-this.email are an indication of adware infiltration. Do-not-ignore-this.email sneaked into the system as a browser extension compatible with Chrome, Firefox, and Explorer. Do-not-ignore-this.email was probably downloaded alongside a free application downloaded from the Web. The…
6r9ma5.vrwmj.pw is described as a scam website that generates fake alerts messages claiming that malware is present on the affected system. Once running in the background, the user will be displayed a message stating that the user is blocked by…
PdfForge Toolbar is classified as an adware application compatible with Firefox and Explorer, and often bundled with PDFCreator, a free converter tool. Other potentially unwanted applications with adware functionalities are also likely to be installed alongside PdfForge Toolbar. Due to…
PremierOpinion, also dubbed Premier Opinion, is an adware application developed by VoiceFve. Upon installation, PremierOpinion adds a background controller and, as a result, runs automatically. Its developers designed it to connect to the Internet and to add a Windows Firewall…
Shoppilation is described as an intrusive ad-supported browser extension that generates numerous pop-up ads and banners. It is usually installed alongside other free applications downloaded from the Web. Due to its intrusive behavior, Shoppilation’s removal is recommended by experts. Shoppilation…
Active Discount, also known as Ads by Active Discount and Active Discount Ads, is classified as a suspicious, ad-supported browser extension that promises to enhance online shopping. Once installed, Active Discount may not only generate unwanted advertisements but may also…
Generic6.ACWN is described as a potentially unwanted program with adware-like functionalities. Generic6.ACWN installation usually happens with the help of bundled downloads, meaning that the app is included in the package of other free programs. Generic6.ACWN is detected as a threat…
Lp.playerpage299.info has been described as an adware-supported website that displays numerous pop-up advertisements and may change the homepage. Lp.playerpage299.info is also equipped with a low-quality search tool that is threatening to the user. Furthermore, the suspicious website is likely to…
Screen Boost is described as a potentially unwanted application (PUP) with adware features compatible with Chrome, Explorer, Firefox, and Safari. Screen Boost slogan is “Get more out of browsing”, thus promising to enhance the browsing experience. Instead, it provides numerous…
LinkWiz, also known as Ads by LinkWiz, is classified as a potentially unwanted program with adware functionalities. It acts as a useful browser-extension compatible with Explorer, Firefox, and Chrome. When running on Internet Explorer, LinkWiz performs as a Browser Helper…
ShopzyApp is described as an adware-like program that once installed may generate numerous advertisements. ShopzyApp may look like a useful application promising to enhance online shopping experience by displaying various coupons and deals. In order to stay safe and not…
A new ransomware has been discovered by security experts. The ransomware is dubbed CrypVault and there are some differences in the way it functions compared to other ransomware. The threat also goes by the name BAT_CRYPVAULT.A. Users should not be…
