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LastPass

LastPass

LastPass is the name of a fake Google Chrome browser extension that may introduce you to potentially harmful web content and applications through redirections. As a matter of fact, this rouge application simply takes advantage of the popularity of a program with the same name. The original software is a password manager just like Keychain and 1Password. But this fake extension does not even have any function really apart from loading a specific webpage and present to you potentially unsafe third-party ads. You should not keep this worthless tool on your computer unless you plan to download more malware infections. In fact, we advise you to delete LastPass as soon as possible. If you want to have an application that can really store your passwords securely, we suggest that you download one from its official website. Please continue reading our article to find out more about this infection. Read more »

Crypren Ransomware

Crypren Ransomware

It is yet unknown how Crypren Ransomware spreads, but our specialists say that most likely it should be dropped on user’s system by some Trojan infection. Such malware could be traveling via Spam email, so users should be cautious. The infection encrypts personal files and forces users to pay the ransom in one week. After seven days, it promises to delete the key that is essential for deciphering your files. The truth is that those who created the malware might have no intention to give you the means to decrypt your files. Therefore, it could be that your data is lost either way. If removing the ransomware is the reason you are here, slide below the article and erase the infection with the instructions prepared by our specialists at Anti-spyware-101.com. Read more »

Maxon Click

Although you might not know what Maxon Click is, it could be the culprit of your virtual security’s instability. This clandestine threat works from web browsers on your Android devices, but it is unlikely to be a threat to the users of Windows and other operating systems alike. According to the adware analysts here at Anti-Spyware-101.com, this suspicious infection works with Attentioner.com to inject ads. It is likely that it uses this domain as a server hosting advertisements. In order to stop the connection to this server and disable the advertising-injecting threat, you need to learn how it works and learn what steps to take. Read this report to find this information, and, if you want to ask us questions about anything related to the removal of Maxon Click, start a discussion below. Read more »

Search.searchlcl.com

Search.searchlcl.com

Search.searchlcl.com can sneak onto your computer and change your browsers’ home page and new tab page settings when a browser hijacker infects your system. As a matter of fact, our researchers at Anti-Spyware-101.com say that it seems that this hijacker is losing its ground. Therefore, it is possible that there will be fewer victims in the future until a new version or variant hits the web. Right now it is still possible that your computer gets infected with this browser hijacker if you live in the United States region. You need to be careful with this search engine and should never use it because it may introduce you to potentially harmful third-party content as well as cyber criminals. Another bit of bad news is that if you find this hijacker on board, there is quite a good chance that there will be other malware infections as well. Therefore, we advise you to delete Search.searchlcl.com along with all other possible threats because otherwise your computer will not be secure for you to use. Read more »

Mischa Ransomware

Mischa Ransomware

Mischa Ransomware is an extremely dangerous computer infection that enters your system uninvited. Such programs often trick unsuspecting users into installing them. It does not matter whether you are an individual user or you use a computer at your workplace: every system is susceptible to this infection as long as you get exposed to the ransomware’s distribution methods. It may be hard to remove Mischa Ransomware from your computer, but there is a way out of this situation, and in this description we will tell you how to get rid of this program. What you have to understand is that such infection does not disappear without consequences. Read more »

.porno virus

If your system gets infected by .porno virus, you should know that this malware infection is also known as CryptoHitman Ransomware. This is a serious blow to your operating system and your personal files. As you may guess from its name, it is a crypto ransomware that actually encrypts your files and demands a ransom in return for decrypting them. This infection infiltrates your system through a Trojan program; therefore, it is often categorized as a Trojan ransomware. Unfortunately, you may lose all your files if this malware finds a way to your system. You may feel that your only chance to recover your files is to pay the ransom fee, but you should consider that these are cyber criminals and experience shows that they may not even keep their promise. Generally the only way to save the day is to have a backup copy of your files on a removable drive. But our malware specialists at Anti-Spyware-101.com say that it is possible to find a recovery program for this infection, which may be able to decrypt your files. Read more »

ExpoDating

ExpoDating

ExpoDating is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that might have been created to advertise third-party content, e.g. websites, products, services, and so on. Usually, such applications generate advertising revenue when users click the ads, register on a third-party site, buy an item, etc. These ads might seem useful at first, but some of them could redirect you to web pages that contain similar suspicious software or, in some cases, malware. Naturally, it is possible that you will receive more harm than benefits. In fact, ExpoDating is not an application that you could consider useful because it only displays matchseniors.com and suspicious third-party ads. We will provide you with more details if you continue reading the article. Also, we hope that you will find the removal instructions below the article useful. Read more »

Search Expanse

Search Expanse

Although promoted as a useful search tool, Search Expanse is not something you should install onto your web browsers or your computer. According to Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers, this suspicious program can be installed onto the computer and browsers; however, the official installer at searchexpanse.com only presents an extension for Google Chrome. This suggests that unpredictable and potentially dangerous versions of this program exist. The extension we have analyzed is classified as an advertising-supported program because it is capable of showing ads. Although it is unlikely that other versions will function in a different way than that, we still recommend erasing them from your operating system. If it is not clear why you need to delete Search Expanse from your browsers/PC, you should continue reading. We have recently analyzed this threat in our internal lab, and we can identify all security risks associated with this threat. Read more »

Search.siviewer.com

Search.siviewer.com

If you have found Search.siviewer.com set as your default search provider, it is most likely that you have downloaded SIViewer, an application that works as a photo viewer and editor. An extension with the same name is installed onto the Chrome browser, and this extension represents the search tool. This extension is presented as a Search App By SIViewer. In reality, the developer of this software is Evangel Technology Limited. Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers have not encountered this company in the past, which indicates that it could be fictitious or new. Overall, we do not think that the people behind this name are malicious because the software they have created is not misleading or extremely dangerous. Sure, you are forced into installing a search tool, but this is not done without your notice. Nevertheless, this search tool modifies Chrome search settings, and this is why we identify it as a browser hijacker. If you want to learn how to remove Search.siviewer.com from your browsers, please continue reading. Read more »

TrueCrypter Ransomware

TrueCrypter Ransomware

TrueCrypter Ransomware may well be a test project that cyber criminals ran as a preparation for a bigger hit. But this should not misguide you into believing that finding this ransomware infection on your computer is all fine. On the contrary, this infection could also be a nightmare just like any of its predecessors. Encrypting ransomware programs are probably one of the most dangerous malware infections out there today. This infection targets your most valuable files, such as documents, images, videos, and archives, and encrypts them with an algorithm that is practically impossible to decrypt without the private key. This is how cyber criminals can make a lot of easy money by selling victims this key or an application that can decrypt their files. When the encryption is done, you have to use the installed executable file to transfer your money and hope for the “good will” of these criminals to actually decrypt your files. We do not recommend that you pay the ransom fee, but this is totally your decision. Read more »