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Suspicious_GEN.F47V0316 is a potentially unwanted application (PUP) that is detected by various AV programs. The adware is compatible with favorite browsers like Explorer, Firefox, and Chrome, and is known to generate multiple pop-up ads, in-text ads, and banners. Due to…
EazyZoom, or Ads by EazyZoom, is classified as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that is compatible with most browsers. As its title suggests, EazyZoom promises to upgrade browsing experience by zooming desired images. Instead, the program will only fill your…
The XTab tool is a program that enters your computer through bundled downloads. It may be described as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that acts as a browser hijacker. Once it is running on your PC, XTab will change your…
W32.HfsAdware.C3E7 is a regular adware program that invades your computer with numerous pop-ups, in-text ads, and banners. It may appear as a browser tool, BHO (Browser Helper Object), extension or plug-in that fits with popular browsers like Explorer, Firefox, and…
The Nginx Virus is a type of malware detected by various AV tools as a browser hijacker. It is compatible with most major browsers. The infection process may start with a redirection to a web page containing an error message…
Win32.Application.OpenCandy.G is described as a potentially unwanted program that aims at popular browsers (Explorer, Firefox, Chrome). PUPs are known to invade computers with adware and toolbars that may lead to further contamination with malware. In order to rid your computer…
Ads by Com NotificationV11.03 is a typical adware program that may sneak into any computer through bundled downloads or with the help of social apps. Ads by Com NotificationV11.03 generates numerous pop-up ads and banners and intervenes with the browsing…
Experts describe Noteupgrade.theupdateschecker.org as a potentially unwanted program (PUP). What the misleading website usually does is display numerous pop-up windows that may redirect the user to unsafe pages. The pop-ups may be to notify him about an update or to…
Hao.360.cn is a Chinese domain that is linked to a browser hijacker. The latter may alter your browser settings, change your homepage and search engine to Hao.360.cn. Also, your tabs may be generated by Hao.360.cn. The web page, which is…
Websearch.coolsearches.info is a search engine classified as a browser hijacker that affects your default search provider and changes your home page. Needless to say, Websearch.coolsearches.info is a potentially unsafe domain that may expose your computer to various threats. How Did…
db444.exe is a Trojan horse that may sneak into any computer. Trojans are usually camouflaged as a legitimate piece of software that users would like to install. Once the file is executed, the Trojan can perform various malicious operations on…
Apps Hat promises to enhance video viewing on websites like YouTube, but as a matter of fact, it’s described as adware. Usually, it infiltrates your computer when you download freeware, a process known as bundled downloading. Once Apps Hat is…
Adware/Imali.427736 is classified as a potentially unwanted program (PUP). It is compatible with Explorer, Firefox, and Chrome. Adware/Imali.427736 enters your computer through bundled downloads, or when you download free apps from the Internet. Its removal is advisory because it may…
MacSpend seems like a useful browser extension that gives you access to coupons and discounts. The truth is MacSpend is a typical adware that installs itself with other free applications. The creators have stated on their own website that the…
Wild West Ads is a potentially unwanted program that produces numerous pop-up ads and banners. Firstly it will appear to be useful, but its presence in your system may lead to actual malware infiltration. The sponsored links may trick users…
WorldWideCoupon can be described as a typical adware program that promises you the hottest deals online. Once installed, it runs within the browser and generates pop-up ads and banners that may be linked to malicious websites. Like many other adware…
WNet, also known as Ads by WNet, WNet Ads, WNet Coupons and WNet Deals, is an adware program that enters your PC through bundled downloads. It affects various browsers, like Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, and possibly other not-so-popular ones. When installed,…
Both Lenovo and Microsoft have taken action to remove from Windows the root certificate installed by the highly criticized Superfish application, which is used to generate certificates for every web page that uses HTTPS connection. The Superfish app is not…
What Is EasyPDFCombine Toolbar? EasyPDFCombine Toolbar is a legitimate application developed by Mindspark Interactive Network. EasyPDFCombine Toolbar is promoted as a useful tool that can merge separate PDF files and enable different tools for usage and sharing PDF files. The…
Digital Protection Does Not Protect – It Infects Digital Protection is a rogue anti-malware program designed to display fake security alert messages on your screen solely to trick you into purchasing its full version. What Does Digital Protection Do to…
