If you have noticed unauthorized changes within your web browser's default settings, it might be an indication that an invasive application is responsible for that. A potentially unwanted program that is fully capable of doing this goes by the name of SpecialSearchOffer. If you already, have this questionable application up and running on your operating system, make sure to conduct its complete removal immediately; otherwise, the invasive changes will make surfing the web an annoying and frustrating experience. Such functionality and its devious distribution are the main reason our researchers have classified this application as one more potentially unwanted program. ...
Malware analysts at 411-spyware.com have recently detected a new nasty computer infection called CA$HOUT Ransomware. It has been categorized as ransomware even though it does not encrypt any files like the majority of ransomware-type infections do because it also seeks to obtain money from users. It does not encrypt users’ files and does not offer them to purchase a decryption key. Instead, it locks users’ screens and, consequently, does not allow them to use their computers. Of course, it demands money for the removal of the screen-locking window. Do not pay a cent to cyber criminals because this screen might stay on your Desktop even if you make a payment. ...
Avboost is a questionable program that claims to be a desktop manager with certain functions that you may think to be useful. In fact, this tool calls itself “The world's number one utility software,” which we consider a wee-bit far-fetched; mostly, after our thorough testing. We have labeled this software as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) because it may work just fine as promised but its functions are really very simple and it may enter your system with adware programs. If you do not want to be disturbed by a flow of potentially unreliable third-party ads and promotional websites while trying to peacefully surf the web, we suggest that you do not hesitate to remove Avboost from your computer. ...
If CryForMe Ransomware ever manages to successfully enter your computer, you will find a blue window with a ransom note opened on your Desktop. In addition, you will soon realize that you can no longer access a bunch of your personal files. Like other ransomware-type infections, CryForMe Ransomware should also lock pictures, text files, and other valuable data. The encryption of files takes place after the successful infiltration of the ransomware infection not to make users angry. This is one of the strategies cyber criminals adopt to obtain money from innocent computer users. ...
Helponyon.info also known as Help@onyon.info is an email address that sends a ransomware-type program called Master Ransomware. This program was designed to encrypt your files and then demand you pay a ransom for a decryption tool. Removing this ransom is highly recommended, but it would be even better if you deleted the email coming from Helponyon.info so that your computer would not become infected with this ransomware in the first place. There is no free decryption tool for the ransomware yet, so you ought to ensure that your computer is secure from infections such as this one. For more information on this email address and the ransomware, please continue reading. ...
If you ever come across an application that goes by the name of Eylamo Ransomware, be sure to do everything that you can to avoid it. If you are not aware of capabilities that ransomware applications exhibit, you must know that they are constructed in such a way that they can lock massive amounts of data on the affected computer. Malicious programs of this classification use sophisticated techniques to do that quickly and silently, so less experienced computer user would not realize what is going on. To help you avoid such harmful applications, malware experts working at our internal labs have compiled their best tips to help you improve your overall virtual security. ...
Terela Ads is a newly discovered malware downloader that can infect your PC with malicious software and also install potentially unwanted programs without your knowledge or consent. The downloader itself can come bundled with third-party applications, so you can get it unintentionally. We recommend that you remove it from your PC at your earliest convenience and also uninstall all of the software that it installs if it were to remain on your PC after you get rid of it. ...
There is some information about Mysupersearch.net, but it is not enough to identify it as a reliable search engine. Plus, it appears to be the application could be displaying targeting advertising content when the user would surf the Internet with it. The problem with these possible advertisements is the fact there are no guarantees they cannot come from harmful web pages or promote malicious products and services. If you would rather use a trustworthy search engine that does not display ads, which could be dangerous, we encourage you to get rid of Mysupersearch.net with no hesitation. ...
Search.geniusmediatabsearch.com is a search tool better known as a browser hijacker for malware analysts. Once inside the system, it changes one important preference on all users’ browsers – a default homepage. Because of this, a new search tool is opened to users when they launch their browsers. Some of them do not pay much attention to the presence of a new website because it does not differ much from a legitimate search provider judging from its appearance. It is also possible not to notice the changes, but we are sure that the majority of users notice a new search tool in front of their eyes soon. ...
If Search.searchyffff.com is not a website you would like to see every time you launch your browser, we advise you not to ignore its presence and get rid of this doubtful search application as fast as possible. After testing it, our researchers came to a conclusion it is nothing more than another browser hijacker similar to our already researched threats, e.g. Search.directionsandmap.com, Search.searchtmp.com, Search.searchbrs.com, and so on. As a result, we already know how to handle it manually and if you take a look at our recommended deletion steps added below the text you will find out how to erase Search.searchyffff.com too. ...