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7go.com

7go.com

7go.com is a website that contains various online computer games, and the user can search for a particular game by categories. It has been found that the website is the source of a browser plugin which is named 7go. The browser plug-in is also known to be attached to the setup files of free applications. For instance, it can be bundled with Babylon Toolbar for Google Chrome or Browser Defender. We recommend that you remove the browser plug-in available at 7go.com because this application can monitor your browsing habits and display personalized advertisements. Read more »

BrowserDefender.dll

BrowserDefender.dll is a file that belongs to Browser Defender that you may found on your PC after having installed some browser extensions. The file is known to be from PerformerSoft LLC and it is dropped to a new folder in the Program Files directory. It is advisable to remove BrowserDefender.dll from the computer for it is associated with various unwanted advertisements. More specifically, the file in question is very often found attached to Conduit toolbars, which can change the settings of the browser, including the default search engine and the home page of the browsers. Note that you may encounter unwanted advertisements on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox. Read more »

dosearches.com

dosearches.com

If you are struggling to remove dosearches.com from your Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome browsers, we regret to inform you but your browsers have been hijacked. The clandestine infection may have entered your personal computer alongside recently installed freeware, and if you were not informed about the changes, you should remove the malicious software right away. At first sight, the search engine may seem authentic and reliable; however, if you perform any web searches you will discover that you are being redirected to search.yahoo.com, images.search.yahoo.com, video.search.yahoo.com, and news.yahoo.com, accordingly to the search module you use. Read more »

TidyNetwork virus

TidyNetwork is not necessary a virus; however, it certainly acts as a potentially unwanted program. If you land on tidynetwork.com you are introduced to the so-called Virtual Layer Advertising platform, which is supposed to help you save time and money when browsing the web. It is promised that the browser plugin available from the site can highlight exclusive deals without any charge, which is why many Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome users have already installed it onto their PCs. As soon as you click the download button and hit Run the add-on is installed without introducing you to any installation setups. Even though the installer is ‘silent’ you can find the privacy policies related to the plugin at the bottom of the download page. We strongly recommend that you read this document to find out how your security is handled by the plugin. Do you want to delete TidyNetwork virus? This is what we recommend, and so you should continue reading. Read more »

Softonic-Eng Toolbar

Softonic-Eng Toolbar is a browser plugin that is not a direct system threat, but it should not be allowed to stay on your computer. It can be considered a potentially unwanted program due to the fact that in the long run it exposes your system to dangerous infections, and you could end up with a serious Trojan or a virus on your computer eventually. Not to mention that it interferes with your browsing process and it is extremely annoying. Remove Softonic-Eng Toolbar from your computer and then make sure that there are no other potentially unwanted programs installed. Read more »

Facebook Child Porn Virus

If you have received a video link from your Facebook contact and it has turned to be a pornographic video, it is probably Facebook Child Porn Virus. The so-called virus spreads via Facebook messages, and when the video is opened, it also shared with the contacts automatically. When the user opens the message, he or she find a heading which reads “watch this if you are curious”. As you can see, the heading does not imply that the video is inappropriate, especially for children. It is important to remove the infection and, without a doubt, protect the PC against similar instances in the future, especially if you have a child who owns a Facebook profile. Read more »

DVDVideoSoft Toolbar

DVDVideoSoft Toolbar

DVDVideoSoft Toolbar is a browser add-on which enables the users to perform various actions without leaving the website that they are on. The toolbar is compatible with Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox. It is accessible at downloadmytoolbar.com or bundled with various free programs, such as video player or downloaders. DVDVideoSoft Toolbar is also a Community Toolbar, which means that it is powered by Conduit Search. If you do not remove DVDVideoSoft Toolbar from the browser, especially if the default search engine is changed to DVDVideoSoftTB Customized Web Search, you will have to put up with various unwanted advertisements. Read more »

IRSETUP.EXE

IRSETUP.EXE is an executable file which is installed onto the operating Windows system once you download and install Setup Factory developed by Indigo Rose. This tool is available from the official page indigorose.com/products/setup-factory. Even though the program appears authentic we do not recommend installing it onto the computer because its services are quite suspicious. It is declared that the application can help you create software installers even if you do not have previous experience with such operations. The program is not free, and its pricing depending on the services ranges from $49 to $2,495. Needless to say, you need to be extra sensible about this tool. Do you want to run it? Do you have the money for it? Do you know the small security risks which are linked to it? Please continue reading the report to learn more about the application and IRSETUP.EXE removal. Read more »

Omiga Plus Virus

The suspicious Omiga Plus is often considered to be a virus; however, in reality it is just another PUP – potentially unwanted program. Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers have discovered that this particular application has been developed by the Taiwan Shui Mu Chih Ching Technology Limited. Many computer users decide to download this program from omigaplus.qone8.com because it promises to help you manage the Windows desktop. Unfortunately, in some cases schemers utilize authentic programs and browser plugins to perform malignant operations. It is not recommended that you download any software through third-party distributors because this may lead to the installation of potentially unwanted programs. If you wish to remove Omiga Plus Virus, you need to delete all of the suspicious programs which have been downloaded together. We can help you delete the undesirable program, and all you have to do is follow the guidance below. Read more »

Trojan.Refroso

Trojan.Refroso is a computer infection which is also known as Worm:Win32/Refroso.A. The infection has been created by cyber criminals to corrupt your Windows system, collect information regarding your computer or your virtual habits, and to expose security backdoors required for further malware proliferation. Unfortunately, it is extremely difficult to detect the infection on the computer once it slithers in because it does not flaunt a notable interface and does not present highly disruptive Windows dysfunctions. How did it enter your PC? According to Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers, the infection can be distributed with the help of bundled downloads, spam email attachments, fake system updates and other virtual tricks. It has been noted that the infection targets those Windows systems which are not aided by the latest security updates. Therefore, if you do not keep your PC secured against malware, soon enough Trojan.Refroso removal could become your personal problem. Read more »