411 on Spyware
OnlineSportsSearch | Mark As Read |
If you are planning on installing OnlineSportsSearch, we suggest that you change your course of action. Although this extension might seem useful, it is not, and you will come to regret letting it in sooner or later. So why bother with this potentially unwanted program (PUP) at all? Have you downloaded it already? If that
NetGameSearch | Mark As Read |
If youre looking for ways to get new video games, may we suggest using official vendor or distributor sites instead of going somewhere shady? Theres a good chance that trying to avoid paying for the product you might get exposed to something like NetGameSearch. Now this application is a browser extension, and it clearly isnt
Omfl Ransomware | Mark As Read |
If youve recently received an email from an unknown party, and youve opened the file attached to it, and then suddenly all your files are locked, congratulations, youve been infected with ransomware. Its probably the Omfl Ransomware infection, too. It is one of the latest additions to the ever-growing STOP Ransomware family, and you can
GetSearchConverter | Mark As Read |
Are you looking for a tool that would make your searches more efficient? GetSearchConverter might sound like a tool that offers just that, but our researchers warn that it is not. Instead, it is just another PUP (potentially unwanted program) that was created for Google Chrome users to access their browsing data and to expose
GameSearchMedia | Mark As Read |
Are you tired of the online games you play every day? If you are, GameSearchMedia might seem to offer a solution. After all, isnt it a tool that should help you search for new games? Well, you should not pay attention to the names of extensions in all cases. That is because they can be
Qlkm Ransomware | Mark As Read |
One minute you are working on your computer, and the next, you discover that Qlkm Ransomware has slithered in and corrupted your files. This is how fast this malware works. Once it is done, you will see that your personal files have blank file icons, that they have the additional .qlkm extension, and that you
Quick Recipes | Mark As Read |
Do not install Quick Recipes without fully understanding how this extension works. The same can and should be applied to everything that you install, but especially unfamiliar extensions and programs. If you think that you already know enough about this particular extension because you read the information presented via chrome.google.com/webstore/d...
Newmode.biz | Mark As Read |
Getting flooded with Newmode.biz pop-ups is very annoying, but its not the end of the world. Also, it doesnt mean that you got infected with malware or anything like that. Your browsers settings were modified when you encountered some adware component online. To revert the modifications, you need to restore your browsers settings to default.
Vvoa Ransomware | Mark As Read |
Vvoa Ransomware shows no mercy once it invades a vulnerable Windows system, as it immediately encrypts all personal files. Whether it is a work document, a project for school, or an important photo from your childhood, this malware encrypts it, and that ensures that you cannot read it anymore. The goal is not to destroy
Agho Ransomware | Mark As Read |
Agho Ransomware is one of the thousands of infections that have been created to corrupt documents, videos, presentations, projects, notes, photos, and other personal files. These infections corrupt these kinds of files because they intend to hit victims where it hurts most. If system files were corrupted, they could be replaced, and the system coul...
Bepabepababy Ransomware | Mark As Read |
Bepabepababy Ransomware is an infection that was created to encrypt your personal files, and in order to access them, this infection has to enter your system. Without a doubt, it must do that silently, and that cannot be done with trusted anti-malware software installed. If such software is installed, it should automatically locate and remove
Snopy Ransomware | Mark As Read |
Snopy Ransomware is a malicious computer infection that should be part of the Xorist Ransomware family. This dangerous program enters the target system having only one purpose in mind: money. When it encrypts target files, it says that user has to pay the ransom, or else they will never see their files again. Luckily there
Leitkcad Ransomware | Mark As Read |
If youre reading this entry, youre probably infected with Leitkcad Ransomware or any other ransomware program, looking for ways to deal with it. The main problem with ransomware infections is that they are relatively easy to remove, but it is quite hard to restore the files once they have been encrypted. Unless there is a
Mifr Ransomware | Mark As Read |
Mifr Ransomware is an obscure ransomware infection that follows the most common ransomware distribution and infection patterns. This program successfully encrypts target files and then bullies the affected users into paying the ransom fee. Security experts recommend removing Mifr Ransomware from the affected system immediately, as dealing with thes...
Banjo Ransomware | Mark As Read |
Have you done absolutely everything to protect your Windows system against Banjo Ransomware? If you have not, but this malware has not invaded the system yet, we suggest that you immediately create copies of all important files and store them away. Also, you must implement reliable security software to help you guard the system against
v315 Ransomware | Mark As Read |
v315 Ransomware will encrypt your files and it will wait until you pay 70 USD to get them back. This malicious infection does not play around, but you shouldnt follow its rules. It only wants you to think that it can destroy your files if you try other recovery methods. However, if you have copies
Howareyou Ransomware | Mark As Read |
No one wants to experience a ransomware infection, but sometimes things like Howareyou Ransomware manage to enter our systems, and then we have to battle these threats. The prospects of this infection are rather bleak because it is not a high-profile program. It means that there is no public decryption tool available, and users have
GoIncognitoSearch | Mark As Read |
GoIncognitoSearch has nothing to do with anonymous/incognito browsing. It also has little to do with virtual searches. That, however, is not the only reason this extension is classified as a PUP potentially unwanted program. If you installed it onto your Google Chrome browser, you must know that it offers nothing but a replacement for
PopBlock+ | Mark As Read |
PopBlock+ is a potentially unwanted application that may collect information on your browsing habits and share it with unreliable third parties. If you happen to have this extension added to your Chrome browser, you might want to delete it immediately. The removal instructions are provided at the bottom of this description, and you should remove...
Sglh Ransomware | Mark As Read |
If you thought that ransomware is taking a break for Christmas, better think again. Sglh Ransomware is yet another addition to the STOP Ransomware family, and this program is here to target your money. The infection can encrypt your files and leave you scrambling to restore your data. You can remove Sglh Ransomware by following
GlobalPDFConverterSearch | Mark As Read |
GlobalPDFConverterSearch is a potentially unwanted program that is compatible with the Chrome browser. It works like a browser extension and it requires your permission to be added to yours. However, users often fail to notice how they give their permission to GlobalPDFConverterSearch to perform various modifications. Afterward, they think theyve g...
GlobalSearchConverter | Mark As Read |
One might think that in 2020, web search is like an instinct for anyone who spends hours on the Internet. However, not everyone is that well-versed in this activity, and there are a lot of people who employ things like GlobalSearchConverter to help them search the web more efficiently. Its all nice as long as
My Recipe Finder | Mark As Read |
Did you expect to find recipes using My Recipe Finder? You must have, because this extension offers nothing else for the Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome users that it was designed for. The thing is that not all extensions that promise attractive and beneficial services are actually worth any attention. Also, many of them are
Lisp Ransomware | Mark As Read |
If you want to protect your system against threats like Lisp Ransomware, you need to build a fortress around it. It might seem like a complicated, time-consuming task, but it is not. The main element is reliable security software that could guard your operating system against attackers, invaders, and malware distributors. To strengthen the walls...
World Ransomware | Mark As Read |
World Ransomware adds the .id-{unique number}.[worldsnake@cock.li].world extension to your personal files after it successfully invades your Windows operating system. What is the point of that? Although the attackers might have no use for your personal videos, photos, audio files, or documents, they hope that you value these files. If you do, you m...
Leefmylife.info | Mark As Read |
Do you ever encounter random pop-up windows that seem to be displaying odd notifications? Perhaps one of those windows displays its domain name as Leefmylife.info? If thats the case, you should click the X button at the top right of the window to close it at once. If you follow the instructions you see on
ClickMovieSearch | Mark As Read |
Although the presence of ClickMovieSearch on your browser might be quite unexpected, it doesnt there is a reason to panic. This application is very far from a malicious infection, and you can do yourself a favor by removing this app from your browser without too much difficulty. In this entry, we will tell you more
Less Notifications | Mark As Read |
Have you been convinced that Less Notifications is a tremendously helpful extension? In reality, it is only somewhat helpful, and its services are certainly not completely necessary. Also, there is more than meets the eye, and if you download this extension, you also need to prepare for search provider modifications, data collection, and, surprisin...
GetSeniorResources Toolbar | Mark As Read |
GetSeniorResources Toolbar appears to be another potentially unwanted program from the Mindspark family. It means that the application is very similar to lots of other tools coming from the same developers. Thus, if you were expecting a unique or advanced application, you might be disappointed. Potentially unwanted programs can have undesirable qua...
IStreamingSearch | Mark As Read |
IStreamingSearch is an extension that Chrome users can download from the Chrome Web Store (at chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/istreamingsearch/hdefphoeoephmaeacde mphagcghblbbl). There is no other source that we could deem official or set up by the creator of the extension. That said, unofficial sources might exist. These could be unreliable file-...
BestConverterSearch | Mark As Read |
Have you ever heard about BestConverterSearch? No? How about IStreamSearch, ConverterSearchHd, or PDFConverterSearchHQ? You can probably see what all these names have in common. Those are extensions that are supposed to help you convert something. For the most part, it should be file format conversion, but our research team also says that all those...
RegretLocker Ransomware | Mark As Read |
What has happened that allowed RegretLocker Ransomware to slither into your Windows operating system? Were you tricked into downloading malware using a corrupted downloader found on an unreliable website? Did you open a malicious file that led to the execution of the threat after receiving a strange email message? Were known security and software v...
LiveSportSearch | Mark As Read |
It might seem like LiveSportSearch is the right extension for you if you are interested in sports, but we advise you not to be hasty and learn more about the application before getting it. Users ought to know that it was classified as a potentially unwanted program. It means that the tool might not be
Fireee Ransomware | Mark As Read |
Fireee Ransomware is a malicious application that shows a message urging to use this email address helpforyou@firemail.cc to contact the malwares creators. The message also claims that the threat has encrypted all important victims' files and that they can only be restored by purchasing decryption tools from cybercriminals. In other words, the thre...
StreamSearchClub | Mark As Read |
If you enjoy streaming music and videos, you might want to have a tool that helps you find the most relevant streaming sites. StreamSearchClub might sound like one of those apps that can improve your media streaming experience. However, we would like to point out that this application is also a potentially unwanted program that
Easy News Now | Mark As Read |
Easy News Now pop-ups should start showing up as soon as you install the extension, but do not assume that all of them would present news-related information. According to our research team, it is also possible that you could be shown advertisements from unknown third parties. We cannot know what would happen if you interacted
VideosSearches | Mark As Read |
VideosSearches is a browser extension that falls under the classification of potentially unwanted programs. It currently works only on Google Chrome browsers, and according to its description, it can provide optimized search results. If you want to know what it means as well as learn more details about this application, we invite you to read
Epor Ransomware | Mark As Read |
Windows security is not some frivolous thing. If your system is protected, threats like Epor Ransomware should not stand a chance of invading it. However, if there is no security, every link you click, file you download, or spam email attachment you open could lead to the invasion of malware. Ransomware is very prevalent these
PDFConverterSearchTool | Mark As Read |
Does PDFConverterSearchTool sound like a beneficial extension to you? If it does, you might have downloaded it without giving it much thought. You also could have assumed the functionality of this extension, and our researchers have discovered that it basically has none. Perhaps you do not remember installing this extension at all, and its existenc...
MyChristianPortal | Mark As Read |
MyChristianPortal is a browser extension that is compatible with Chrome and Firefox. This app is also a potentially unwanted program because users might add it to their browsers accidentally. If you are one of those who didnt want to have MyChristianPortal, scroll down to the bottom of this entry, where you will find the manual
Watch Out: 'Christmas Party' Emails Could Execute the Emotet Trojan | Mark As Read |
You are unlikely to receive any Christmas Party-related emails this year if you live in a country that is under lockdown or if your entire office is working remotely. Of course, your company could still be planning a festive get-together over Zoom or Skype, and so receiving messages about some party might not be completely
Consciousness Ransomware | Mark As Read |
Your files have been corrupted by Consciousness Ransomware if you can find the .consciousness extension appended to their names. What does this extension mean? It is just a marker, and you will not be able to read your files again by removing it. In fact, nothing can be done about the files to make them
CC1H Ransomware | Mark As Read |
CC1H Ransomware is a dangerous file-encrypting application. Like other similar threats, it enciphers private victims data and displays a ransom note afterward. As you can imagine, the note contains information like how to contact the malwares creators and how to get your data decrypted. Naturally, hackers ought to say that they will help only those...
Energy Ransomware | Mark As Read |
When Energy Ransomware encrypts files, it attaches the .energy[potentialenergy@mail.ru] extension to their original names. This extension is like a flag that indicates which files were hit. Unfortunately, you are likely to see these flags pinned to some of your most valuable and important files. These could be .JPG, .JPEG, .RAR, .ZIP, .AVI, .XLS, ....
ConverterSearchTool | Mark As Read |
If you are trying to delete ConverterSearchTool from your Google Chrome browser, it is likely that you have already discovered how useless this extension actually is. It is promoted as a tool that changes the default search provider to show optimized Yahoo results so that you could get easy access to search, images, videos and
Aieou Ransomware | Mark As Read |
Files with the .aieou extension indicate that your system might have been infected with a malicious application called Aieou Ransomware. In which case, you should be unable to open the files that have the mentioned extension. That is because the threat encrypts or locks them. The only way to restore the affected files is to
BlackKingdom Ransomware | Mark As Read |
Do you got infected with BlackKingdom Ransomware, what does that mean? Nothing good. This program encrypts your files and holds them hostage (hence the type ransomware). However, sometimes even paying the ransom fee doesnt guarantee that you would restore your files immediately. Hence, use our removal instructions below to delete BlackKingdom Ranso...
Essevidechar.club | Mark As Read |
Trust us when we say that you do not want to deal with Essevidechar.club notifications. They were created to bombard you with advertisements, and these ads will not cease until you delete the notifications themselves. Is that hard to do? According to our research team, it is not, and even completely inexperienced users should be
Adteacbarbe.info | Mark As Read |
Were writing about the likes of Adteacbarbe.info to warn you about the incoming threat of ad servers. Luckily, Adteacbarbe.info is already taken down, but you are bound to encounter similar domains when you roam websites that display free content. Users have to be careful when they want to watch something or play something for free.
Jdyi Ransomware | Mark As Read |
Jdyi Ransomware is a malicious application from the Stop Ransomware family. It encrypts files so that its victims could not open them without special decryption tools. Unfortunately, hackers behind this threat could be the only ones who could provide decryption software and the unique decryption key that ought to be generated during the encryption ...
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