Monthly Archives: March 2015 - Page 4

VaultCrypt Ransomware

VaultCrypt Ransomware

VaultCrypt Ransomware is a malicious infection that intends to steal your money by pushing you into paying a ransom fee. This program does not try to disguise its presence. It is an extremely obnoxious infection that will encrypt your files and hold your computer hostage until you remove VaultCrypt Ransomware from the system completely. Unfortunately, it might not be possible decrypt your files without the original decryption key, so it only proves the importance of keeping a file backup whether in an external hard disk or a virtual cloud drive. This way you would decrease the damage VaultCrypt Ransomware could cause. Read more »

Sos@anointernet.com

Sos@anointernet.com

A ransomware has attacked your operating system if you cannot open your personal files, and a message asking to contact Sos@anointernet.com is attached to them. The file containing the message is most likely to be copied to all folders holding encrypted files, which means that you will come across it sooner or later. Anti-Spyware-101.com malware researchers warn that all Windows users need to remove Sos@anointernet.com ransomware from their operating systems regardless of how they handle this infection. Some users immediately delete this ransomware with all of the encrypted files, because they have backup copies. Other users try to restore their files, because they do not want to lose photos, videos, and documents that are important to them. Read this article to learn more about your options and the removal of Sos@anointernet.com ransomware. Read more »

BobyZoom

BobyZoom

BobyZoom is an annoying application that will turn your web browsing sessions into a nightmare if you don’t remove it quickly. The program has been created to generate financial profit for its developers, so it does not really care what happens to you in the end. BobyZoom may not be there to infect you with malware, but this is a scenario you should not rule out, as adware programs are often exploited in malware distribution schemes. Please get rid of this application for the sake of your system’s security, and get yourself a licensed antispyware tool. Read more »

SaleOffer

SaleOffer is a browser extension that was created using the Justplugit engine. The main distributor of this application is Installrex, but our malware researchers have discovered that other third-parties, including Amonetize and Vittalia, could be used to distribute this application as well. Even though it is impossible to say whether or not this program will be installed alongside malicious programs, you need to keep in mind that this is a possibility. It is especially important to remember this after you remove SaleOffer from your operating system, because many users forget about it and fail to remove the remaining threats. Our Anti-Spyware-101.com malware researchers have created this removal guide to help you delete all undesirable computer infections. Read more »

Zoom Zoom

Zoom Zoom

Zoom Zoom is nothing more than an advertisement-supported program so we recommend that you do not hesitate to remove it from your system. Like Useful Program, Pine Tree, Strong Signal, and numerous other applications developed by SuperWeb LLC, Zoom Zoom does not introduce anything that could improve your everyday computer experience. On the contrary, the moment it is installed on your system, it starts spamming you with search-related ads, banner ads, in-text ads and links, and other distractions. What is more, there is always the possibility that Zoom Zoom can be taken advantage of by suspicious third-parties to show unreliable content which, when clicked, might lead you to malware infection. Thus, the moment you notice Zoom Zoom on your system, you should locate and delete it. Read more »

Running Fanatic Toolbar

Running Fanatic Toolbar

Running Fanatic Toolbar is an Internet browser extension that might not only prove to be completely useless but also harmful to the security of your computer. We advise that you remove this bad toolbar because it can be exploited by third-parties, and thus you might be inadvertently taken to unsafe sites that contain malicious content. Another reason not to put any trust into this bad toolbar is its developer, Mindspark Interactive. This collective is notorious for a range of browser toolbars that are promoted as tools aimed to help to carry out specific functions. However, all these functions are masks to hide the true nature of the toolbars: To redirect you to third-party sites. Read this article if you want to learn why Running Fanatic Toolbar is too dangerous an application to keep it on your machine. Read more »

Primary Result

Primary Result

If your browser is flooded with numerous third-party commercial ads and annoying pop-ups it is a major indication that Primary Result is up and running on your operating system. You must know that Primary Result is an adware program, which should be removed as soon as possible as it holds no beneficial values, and could even be the reason other Internet-based infections are able to enter your PC in an easy manner. Unfortunately, our reports show that quite a few users, have their system infected with this intrusive adware program. If you are one of those users, read the rest of this article and find out how exactly Primary Result functions and why its removal is essential. At the end of the article we provide a comprehensive removal guide crafted by malware experts at Anti-Spyware-101.com. Read more »

Worm.Bondat

Worm.Bondat is a malicious computer infection that spreads through infected USB flash drives. This means that you need to scan your external devices before you open it automatically. Unlike Trojans and other computer infections, Worm.Bondat can easily replicate itself to spread to other systems. It is important to intercept and remove Worm.Bondat as soon as possible because the infection may communicate with the command and control (C&C) server to download updates and other malware onto your system. In short, Worm.Bondat is a dangerous security threat that should be exterminated immediately. Read more »

MySocialShortcut Toolbar

MySocialShortcut Toolbar

MySocialShortcut Toolbar is a browser extension that provides easy-access links to third-party sites. Our malware researchers do not identify these links as malicious, but you must keep in mind that you need to be careful when clicking on links or ads presented to you by suspicious software. Do Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers identify MySocialShortcut Toolbar as a suspicious piece of software? Many users do find the program unpredictable, but, in most cases, this is due to the fact that they are not careful enough when installing software. Are you ready to remove MySocialShortcut Toolbar as a vicious browser hijacker? Don’t rush with the removal until you read this report, because we want to clear a few things up. If you do not identify this toolbar as a browser hijacker, but you still want to delete it, a comprehensive removal guide has been posted below this article. Read more »

Com Notification

Com Notification

Com Notification belongs to the group called potentially unwanted programs. We suggest that you remove this program because, although such programs are not malicious by nature, they might possess certain characteristics that would make you question their presence on your computer. The official site technicalsupportinfo.com promotes Com Notification as a support program that, besides removing viruses, should also improve your PC performance. However, it has been noticed that when this program is installed on computer, it does absolutely nothing. You can detect the application on the program list in Control Panel, but it most likely will fail to manifest itself in some other way. You definitely do not need to allocate your computer’s resources to an application that does not work to your advantage, so you should remove Com Notification without any second thoughts. Read more »