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TBlocker Ransomware

TBlocker Ransomware

The malicious TBlocker Ransomware is a clandestine threat. If it were not secretive, you would not let it in, and it is very likely that you are responsible for letting this malicious infection into your own Windows operating system. The threat could be delivered to you via spam email, and its launcher could be concealed as, for example, a document file. If reliable security software is not set up to protect you against the invasion of malicious threats, it is likely to slither in without any notice at all. Of course, it is not the nature of this malware to stay silent forever. As soon as it encrypts files, it is meant to reveal itself by exposing you to an intimidating ransom demand. The bad news is that you cannot recover your files by removing TBlocker Ransomware. The good news is that if this malicious threat has invaded your operating system, it is most likely that you will be able to recover your files. Continue reading to learn all about this, including the removal process. Read more »

Searchprivacy.live

Searchprivacy.live is a source of a browser hijacker that our research team at Anti-Spyware-101.com is already familiar with. It was found that this threat is just a different version of the Searchprivacy.co hijacker that we first reported well over a year and a half ago. Both hijackers are represented using an extension called “Search Privacy.” The previously reported version of this extension was introduced to users via chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/search-privacy/aeemepphecjaofoopdmhfahejdcnlpia, and the current one can be found at chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/search-privacy/ccchgpflllapfcnllmdncjhckclmmcfh. Why did the creator of this suspicious software decide to reinvent the already established threat? That is because the original version was taken down. Needless to say, we recommend that you remove Search Privacy regardless of whether you acquired it from Searchprivacy.live or any other source. If you want to learn more, continue reading. Note that you can find instructions that show how to delete this threat below. Read more »

Flixtab Movie Center

Flixtab Movie Center

Flixtab Movie Center is yet another useless browser extension from the notorious Aztec Media Inc. We have seen dozens of similar search websites and new tabs like EasyZip New Tab and Download Manager Star. Our malware experts at anti-spyware-101.com say that these are all potentially unwanted programs (PUPS) that may look like innocent extensions and search engines, but at the end of the day, you can never be sure. This PUP does not mean direct danger, of course, and we do not claim that it has malicious intentions. However, it can still present to you questionable search results and may also enter your system with malware infections. All in all, we suggest that you remove Flixtab Movie Center from your browser to keep your PC clean. Please read our full report on this PUP to see how you can protect your computer from similar threats or worse in the future. Read more »

Cypher Ransomware

Cypher Ransomware is a new malicious threat that is programmed in Python and capable of encrypting your important files. Our malware specialists at anti-spyware-101.com say that this ransomware started to spread at the end of this February and it demands an insane amount of ransom for the decryption key. In fact, our specialists believe that this new threat could be based on an older ransomware infection, which asked for a way smaller fee in Bitcoins; however, in the meantime this cryptocurrency soared through the sky and these attackers forgot to adjust the amount. In any case, we do not believe that any personal user would or could pay around 10,000 dollars for some old personal photos and documents. Normally, such demands are targeted at bigger corporations like private hospitals and IT firms. We think that even if you cannot get your files back this time, it is important to remove Cypher Ransomware from your system. For the details, please continue reading our article. Read more »

Redirecting.zone

Redirecting.zone is one more devious adware server that our researchers have recently discovered. Such servers are infamous for a couple of reasons. One of them is the fact that it can host all sorts of questionable content; it might contain ads, pop-ups, coupons, and other dubious web content. Another one is because it is closely associated with various computer infections. In most instances, connectivity between your PC and the devious server is established by a suspicious third-party application, which could be already active on your operating system. Due to that, browsing the Internet will become a much more annoying task since you will be interrupted by undesirable web content at all times. Learn more about this questionable adware server by reading our report in its entirety. Alongside such information, we include a few virtual security recommendations and a generic removal guide, which you should use to delete a program associated with the Redirecting.zone server. Read more »

Nazcrypt Ransomware

Nazcrypt Ransomware is a new threat that can take your precious files hostage and supposedly release them once you pay the ransom. Our malware specialists at anti-spyware-101.com say that this ransomware infection is based on an open source file crypter project that uses an outdated file encryption method. In any case, it can still cause damage to you by encrypting your personal files. We do not believe that it is a good idea to pay the ransom fee since it can end badly for you; there is little chance that these criminals will send you anything in return. In fact, it is possible that you will get another dangerous infection instead of the decryption key or tool. We recommend that you remove Nazcrypt Ransomware as soon as possible. Please continue reading to learn how you can protect your PC against similar threats in the future. Read more »

Saturn Ransomware

Saturn Ransomware

Saturn Ransomware is a ransomware-as-a-service infection that was customized to fit the needs of its distributors. The program will trick you into installing it on your system, and then it will encrypt most of your files. That will be done to terrorize you into paying a ransom fee that should “release” the encrypted data. However, computer security experts would tell you that paying the ransom would not solve your problems. The thing you should definitely do right now is remove Saturn Ransomware for good. Deleting this infection is not that complicated, but there is always a chance that you will have to give up on your files. Read more »

Weather Reports New Tab

Weather Reports New Tab falls under the classification of potentially unwanted programs. It means keeping it installed could be a bad idea. We do not say the extension might be malicious, but unfortunately, we cannot say it is trustworthy either. The main problem is, the application might place a questionable search engine that may inject search results with additional advertisements from the third party. Interaction with them could put your system at risk, which is why we do not recommend installing such a tool. Naturally, if you already did, we would suggest erasing Weather Reports New Tab manually while following the steps available at the end of this text or with a legitimate antimalware tool you trust. As for more information about the potentially unwanted program, you should continue reading our report. Users who have more questions related to the extension can also leave comments below. Read more »

goPhotoz Start

goPhotoz Start

If your default search tool has been changed to http://photoz.searchalgo.com unexpectedly, you should check all active extensions because goPhotoz Start is the Google Chrome browser extension promoting this page. If you can find it listed next to other extensions, it means that it is the one responsible for altering your browser’s settings. According to specialists, some users install this piece of software on their computers themselves because it promises that users who install it could search, view, and share free photos with friends. In addition, users are told that their web searching experience will be considerably improved as well. Of course, not all users install this piece of software consciously. goPhotoz Start is the most popular in India, the U.S, Angola, Indonesia, and Egypt, and we are sure some users living there could not explain why they have goPhotoz Start installed on their computers. If you have discovered it installed on your system as well, you should know that it is another potentially unwanted application. As a consequence, keeping it active is not what we recommend for users. Do not worry; you could get rid of this potentially unwanted program quite easily. No, you will not remove it through Control Panel, but you could erase it through the add-ons manager. If this tells you nothing, continue reading this report. If you still have questions after reading it, feel free to leave them in the comment box at the bottom of the page. Read more »

Driedsister Ransomware

Driedsister Ransomware

Driedsister Ransomware is a new danger that mostly threatens Japanese computer users. This ransomware can crawl onto your computer and encrypt all your documents and photos in no time. Just because these attackers mainly target Japanese users, it does not meant that this threat cannot infect elsewhere as well. Its original name is "下 物 妹" (“Irisimo imoto”). This dangerous malware infection has one strange feature: It does not demand a ransom fee. It does display a sort of ransom note, but there is no mention of a ransom or that you could get a decryption tool or the key in any way. This also means that right now it is not possible to recover your files that have been encrypted by this ransomware program. Our malware specialists at anti-spyware-101.com say that it is still essential that you remove Driedsister Ransomware if you want to be able to use your computer. Please read on to learn more about this severe threat. Read more »