7zipper Ransomware
If you have noticed a suspicious warning message on your desktop telling you that your data is locked, it is more than likely that your PC is infected with a ransomware program. One such application that is active nowadays goes by the name of 7zipper Ransomware. If, unfortunately, your PC is already running this malicious program, do not waste any time and conduct its complete removal right away. This is crucial as this malware is fully capable of locking your personal files without informing you in any way. To understand how this malicious program works, be sure to read the rest of this article as we provide detailed information regarding the inner workings of it. ...
Advanced Mac Cleaner
Not all applications that look decent and can be downloaded from the web are really trustworthy and beneficial. An example illustrating this statement is Advanced Mac Cleaner. It is a PC optimization tool designed for MAC computers. More specifically, it is compatible with MAC OS X 10.7+ only. This application should clean the computer and fix all system errors to make it run smoother. Since Advanced Mac Cleaner looks quite a beneficial program, a number of users download and install it on their computers from its official website advancedmaccleaner.com. ...
Ghostadmin
Ghostadmin, also known as Backdoor.GhostAdmin, is a dangerous threat used by cyber criminals to record all kinds of details about users and spread malicious software. It has been discovered by malware analysts recently (on the 17th of January, 2017) and it has managed to affect only a small number of users as of now. Unfortunately, it seems that two of these victims are big companies storing hundreds of gigabytes of extremely valuable information on their computers. It is just a start, according to experienced specialists specializing in cyber security. It is because Ghostadmin seems to be a reworked version of well-known malware CrimeScene which was prevalent several years ago. ...
Error Code 154-247-087 Pop-up
If you face the Error Code 154-247-087 Pop-up, pay absolutely no attention to the information that is introduced to you via it. This misleading pop-up was created by virtual schemers, and they can feed you false information just to make you perform in a way that can only be beneficial to these schemers. In the worst case scenario, your virtual identity could be stolen, and your operating system could be infected with malware if you follow the misleading advice. Hopefully, you have not done anything that could jeopardize your virtual security. If you have, think how schemers could act next. ...
RansomPlus Ransomware
A new computer infection that makes files unusable has been developed by specialists on the 28th of January, 2017. It has been given a name RansomPlus Ransomware. Even though this ransomware infection is a new threat, it has all the typical features of an on ordinary ransomware infection. As has been found by specialists working at 411-spyware.com, it also sneaks onto computers without permission, usually pretending to be a harmless email attachment, it encrypts all files it finds on its way, and, finally, it demands a ransom after it finishes encrypting text files, pictures, documents, and even programs. ...
Startsearch.info
Startsearch.info is an annoying search engine that might replace your search provider without your knowledge and display irritating pop-ups or other advertisements. This kind of behavior is the reason why the application is considered to be a browser hijacker. Users should also know that it's displayed ads could expose their computers to threats since the advertisements might originate from unknown third-party web pages. Therefore, we urge users not to take any chances with this browser hijacker and try to eliminate it fast as possible. Luckily, the manual removal process is not very complicated, so even if you do not have much experience with such applications you should be able to get rid of Startsearch.info by following our recommended deletion steps available at the end of this article. ...
Backdoor.andromeda
The research shows Backdoor.andromeda is still active as the malware’s creators continue to distribute it through different malicious web pages. This infection is extremely dangerous since it might not only help the cyber criminals gain remote access to the system but also ability to use your computer for malicious activities. Needless to say that if it managed to enter the system, removing this threat should be your top priority task. Below the article, you will find our recommended deletion steps, but you should use them only if you have experience with threats alike and know what you are doing. ...
Blasearch.com
If you are using Blasearch.com, you must not realize that this supposedly reliable and beneficial search tool is another browser hijacker that is identified as a potential threat. Some users might find this threat installed without their permission, which should help them realize that they are dealing with a threat that requires removal. However, most users are likely to install it themselves. Right now, the hijacker is compatible with Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox browsers, but it is possible that different browsers will be affected in the future. Also, it is possible that later versions (if they are released) will be able to modify the browsers in different ways. ...
StartWidget
StartWidget is categorized as a browser hijacker. It means that this program will modify your browser’s settings for financial gains. The modification will occur without your permission, and while a browser hijacker cannot steal your personal information and directly infect you with malware, it is still a security threat that has to be reckoned with. Please remove StartWidget from your system immediately, to ensure that your system remains safe and secure. Should you encounter any problem while trying to get rid of potential security threats, please do not hesitate to contact us by leaving a comment in the box below. ...
Coolsearch.info
The homepage of your web browser represents the first page you see when you launch your browser, and if Coolsearch.info is represented via homepage, you are in trouble. Some users might be tricked into installing this browser hijacker themselves, but others might find it installed without their permission. Unfortunately, the interface of this infection is quite forgiving, and users might be confused by it. For example, if you used Google as your homepage before the hijacker slithered in, you might think that this threat is harmless. The logo is very misleading, and the search dialog box represents GoogleTM Custom Search. ...
