PowerWare Ransomware is yet another malware that has been roaming the web for quite some time, causing a lot of harm to a rather large amount of Internet users. Just like any other program that belongs to a ransomware category, the one in question is fully capable of making your life miserable; it can and will encrypt the majority of your personal files as soon as it gains full access to your computer. In our report, we present further information regarding the functionality and distribution of PowerWare Ransomware as well as its comprehensive removal guide that should be used without any hesitation. ...
You may be frightened to see 1-877-884-5474 Google Security Warning Message in your browser as it pops up claiming that your computer is under attack by a serious malware infection. But, as a matter of fact, we have found that this is just a fake alert trying to push you to call the provided technical support telephone number. This is actually a well-known method for schemers to make money and is called a technical support scam for a reason. You should think again if you want to call this number because if you see this fake alert, there is indeed no other security issue present other than the adware infection that can redirect you to this warning page. ...
We want to inform you about a new yet malicious search engine called TheSearch.net. After conducting our research, we classified it as a browser hijacker due to its deceptive distribution method. Hence, it is set to enter your computer uninvited and change your web browser’s search-related settings such as homepage address and new tab page to TheSearch.net. This is unacceptable, and we recommend that you remove it from your PC as soon as possible. We want to stress that its purpose is to redirect web traffic and generate advertising revenue from the custom promotional links featured in its search results. ...
One wrong move and the malicious NoobCrypt Ransomware encrypts your personal files. This wrong move is opening the corrupted spam email attachment, and this is why you should NEVER open suspicious emails sent to you by unfamiliar senders. Even if the email address seems to be similar to the ones of authentic companies, you cannot make any mistakes. If you have not expected an invoice from a post office, your bank, or any other company, why would you open it? The same goes with pictures, videos, or documents from unknown senders. ...
Probably someone out there thinks it is really funny to open your browser one day and see that your homepage was changed to Search.funmediatabsearch.com. Our research specialists say that this domain belongs to a browser hijacker, and so it means that your computer has been compromised. The infection probably entered your system when you downloaded some associated program. Thus, when you remove Search.funmediatabsearch.com from your PC, you also have to take care of the additional programs that might be slowing down your system. Do not hesitate to ask for help if you need any. Just leave a comment below this description. ...
Search.youronlinegamecenter.com is a search engine that is associated with the Your Game Center add-on represented by SaferBrowser. As you might know, this company also stands behind the extensions that install Search.funcybertabsearch.com, Search.yourrecipesnow.com, Search.yourspeedtestcenter.com, and other well-known, identical search providers. In fact, the main function of these extensions is to introduce users to the search providers. Once you download any of the SaferBrowser extensions, your homepage, New Tab, and default provider tools will be modified, and this is the main purpose of these extensions. ...
Chrom1um Browser is not an application that can be considered entirely trustworthy. This is so because it exhibits quite a few features, which cannot be regarded as useful in any way. Due to its questionable functionality, this application was dubbed as a potentially unwanted program, which should be avoided at all times. Make sure not to download or install it under any circumstances even if you see claims stating that this browser could be extremely useful. Such statements are a marketing gimmick used by its developers to lure unsuspecting users into obtaining their product without understanding how it works. ...
You must have agreed for the suspicious Search.funcybertabsearch.com to replace your homepage, new tab, and default search provider tools if you face it every time you launch your browser (Chrome or Firefox, for now). Although some users report this search tool hijacking their browsers, in reality, it is quite unlikely that it could enter without your permission. What could happen is that you might acquire this search tool by accident, without even realizing it, and that might happen if you are careless and distracted when downloading the FunCyberTab extension. ...
Although the interface of Buuble.net is unique, this browser hijacker is very similar to Jyhjyy.top and Yeabests.cc hijackers. We do not claim that all three of these search tools were created by the same company, but the similarities are undeniable. For one, all of them are using Google Custom search. Second, they promote additional links that are placed into certain categories. Finally, all of these hijackers are capable of corrupting the shortcut’s Target. None of these infections actually hijack existing search provider or homepage tools, but they manage to represent themselves upon startup due to the changes made to your browser’s Target. ...
If you want to have easy access to local weather and weather news-related websites, you should not install Search.yourweatherhub.com because your virtual security may be at risk if you do so. In fact, this is a new browser hijacker that seems to come from the same creators as Search2.searchgst.com, Search.searchfdf.com, and Search.youremailnow.com. Although you may not think that this is a dangerous infection, we are here to tell you what may happen if you keep it on your system. The biggest problem is that you may be introduced to potentially unsafe web content that could lead to more infections or being scammed by cyber criminals. ...