Berta is a dedicated malware researcher, dreaming for a more secure cyber space. Her fascination with IT security began a few years ago when a malware locked her out of her own computer.
Dregol.com is a questionable search engine that is classified as a browser hijacker because it ability to change browser settings without the user’s consent. Constant redirects to the Dregol.com website are a clear sign that your system has been affected…
1-844-809-5828 is a fake tech-support number that presents itself as a legitimate Microsoft service. The number gets to the user via pop-up alerts about system errors, generated by adware. This one, in particular, is aimed at hijacking Internet Explorer. Needless…
MedPlayNew is promoted as a useful program that enhances your experience as you are watching videos on YouTube and similar websites. This may sound like a beneficial service, however, malware experts classify MedPlayNew as adware because it can be quite…
247tech.help is website hosting a tech support hotline and offering “a complete one-stop solution for all of your computer related problems”. As useful as this functionality may seem, experts report that the 247tech.help domain is used by adware developers to…
A part of another program, VYUPPUE, the upnpcont.exe is a malicious Trojan detected by several anti-malware solutions (Win64/Asterope.C, Trojan.Passwords.Papras, Trojan.Agent/Gen-Dropper.) Once installed, the malware creates multiple copies of upnpcont.exe in the affected system, and causes system slowdowns and unexpected crashes.…
The pop-up advertisements displayed by Hatroad(dot)kim as you browse the Web are the result of an ad-supported extension for Chrome, Firefox and Internet Explorer. The nature of the pop-ups is different – service and product advertisements, fraudulent programs and system…
Obrona cleaner is a system optimization program that can be easily described as scareware. It scans your computer and claims that there are issues in need to be fixed. Once the user is tricked and decides to run the tool,…
The pop-up ads by Zamontazz(dot)info in the web pages you view are caused by an ad-supported extension for Firefox, Chrome and Internet Explorer. These pop-ups may vary from service and product advertisements to fraudulent program and system updates. Malware researchers…
An active adware program is the reason you see the bestwebnutfunblack.org pop-ups in the web pages you visit. The pop-up notifications may vary from product and service advertisements to fake program or system updates. Malware experts recommend ignoring the provided…
Trojan.Multi.Cerstor is a malicious Trojan infection. The targeted system usually gets infected while downloading free software apps. Another distribution option for Trojan.Multi.Cerstor is via other malware, for instance, HEUR:Exploit.Java.Generic. The wicked program exploits security breaches and takes enormous amounts of…
Developed by DynaSoft LLC, the Premium Download Manager application promoted as a tool that will accelerate your download speed up to five times. Such functionality may seem appealing to many PC users but keep in mind that the app is…
ElevenInstall is an adware program that monetizes free software installation. Once installed on your browser, it starts generating pay-per-click revenue from various ads, banners, and in-text hyperlinks. Its removal is advisory due to the danger your computer may be exposed…
Luhe.Malum.A is detected as a Trojan capable of performing malicious activities on the affected machine. The threat does not give any indication of its action, and the user may not even be aware that his computer is at risk. Luhe.Malum.A…
The workingversion.theperfectupdate.net pop-up is initiated by an adware program on the affected PC. The pop-up suggests that your computer needs an update of some sort. Security experts warn that clicking on the provided link may link you to a potentially…
PaceItApp is an adware, also known as Ads by PaceItApp or PaceItApp Ads, compatible with Firefox, Chrome and Internet Explorer. When installed, it starts displaying pop-up ads containing coupons, banners, and various sponsored links. Although its purpose is supposed to…
The jellyfishmonth.kim pop-up is caused by an adware program that is active on the affected computer. The pop-up message suggests that your machine needs an update of some sort. Malware experts warn that following the provided link may expose your…
Palikan.com is promoted as a useful search engine that experts classify as a browser hijacker and recommend its removal. Palikan.com is compatible with Firefox, Chrome and Internet Explorer and is known to modify the homepage, the new tab and search…
CinemaHD Go Pro, also known as CinemaHD Go Pro 2.4cV09.03, is a typical adware program promising to boost video viewing experience. Once on your computer, it starts displaying pop-up ads or banners usually containing coupon information. CinemaHD Go Pro is…
NetMon is promoted as a useful application offering system management features. However, several anti-virus solutions detect NetMon as a potentially unwanted program because it comes bundled with free app installers and may flood the pages you visit with marketing materials.…
As the name suggests, EasyVid Video Converter is promoted as a useful tool that supposedly converts and encodes “almost any video format”. But due to its less appealing functionalities, the tool is classified as a PUP (potentially unwanted program) and…
