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myTV Search Plus Extension

myTV Search Plus Extension

The myTV Search Plus extension is a search tool for the Chrome browser aimed at providing users with access to TV channels’ content and the latest updates. However, in reality the application enables user to search games using the search engine super.cantstopplaying.com/search/. Like many other browser extensions, the myTV Search Plus extension is supposed to enhance user experience; however, many computer users may find this search tool redundant and may want to remove it from their computers. Malware researchers encourage affected users to do so, because the extension is capable of changing browser settings to monitor users’ online preferences and record data on various websites.

The myTV Search Plus extension falls to the category of potentially unwanted program (PUPs), which include programs that are promoted on official websites that might not arouse any suspicion, but are spread in dubious ways. Read more »

Russenger Ransomware

Russenger Ransomware

Cyber criminals are exploiting security vulnerabilities and backdoors to spread yet another file-encrypting infection, and it is called Russenger Ransomware. It is not known how exactly this malicious threat spreads, and that, in part, might be due to the fact that different methods could be employed. Hopefully, you can take care of your virtual security to ensure that this dangerous threat cannot slither in. You can do that by installing trustworthy security software. It is also important that you are cautious yourself. For example, many victims let in ransomware by opening corrupted spam email attachments. Random links and files could be used to distribute malware. It could also be concealed as beneficial software, and could be spread using attractive software bundles. Hopefully, you still have time to keep this malware away. If your operating system was already corrupted, undoubtedly, you want to remove Russenger Ransomware as soon as possible. The bad news is that your files will not be decrypted after you delete the malware. Keep reading if you want to learn more about this malicious threat. Read more »

Video Search – Advanced Movie Finder

Video Search – Advanced Movie Finder

Video Search – Advanced Movie Finder is a browser extension that gives you access to videos, movies, and clips. The extension adds its button to the Chrome browser so that you can have its search at your fingertips and use it is with ease. However, the seemingly useful video search tool is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP), and, hence, is removed by certain malware and spyware prevention tools. Read more »

Bananacrypt Ransomware

Bananacrypt Ransomware

Bananacrypt Ransomware is a malicious application that enciphers victim’s data and appends a second (.bananaCrypt) extension to each affected file separately. If you have noticed this extension on the titles of your precious documents, photos, and other records we encourage you to continue reading our report and learn more about this vicious infection. The cybercriminals who created Bananacrypt Ransomware ask their victims to pay a specific amount of Bitcoins. We would like to warn you of how dangerous it could be to deal with these people. Clearly, if you pay the asked sum, you will not be able to get it back if the hackers do not keep up to their promise to help you recover deciphered files. Thus, if you do not want to waste your money on something you might never receive, you should eliminate the threat with no hesitation. Users who need guidance while eliminating the malware should have a look at the removal steps available below this article. Read more »

MoviesWorld New Tab

MoviesWorld New Tab

MoviesWorld New Tab is a dubious application that might seem like a great tool to have. On its official website, this program is advertised as a piece of software that should present you with an ability to stream your favorite movies right within your web browser. Unfortunately, these claims are somewhat misleading. That is so because it happens to exhibit intrusive inner workings. During the in-depth analysis, it has been discovered that it can make suspicious changes to your web browser's default settings. As a consequence of such functionality, browsing the web will become a much more annoying and frustrating task. Due to such inner workings, it has been classified as a potentially unwanted program, which should not be active on your operating system. If you want to learn more about this invasive application, make sure to read the rest of this report. Also, we include a detailed removal guide that will help you delete MoviesWorld New Tab once and for all. Read more »

Counter for Messenger

Counter for Messenger

It is possible to find Counter for Messenger in your Google Chrome browser without remembering that you have installed this browser extension. Our malware specialists at anti-spyware-101.com say that this application is quite suspicious even though it may appear to be beneficial for users. In fact, we have labeled it as a potentially unwanted program (PUP). This means that we have not found hard evidence for any direct wrong-doing or malicious behavior; yet, we do not consider this PUP safe. It only gets worse when you realize that it can use shady distribution methods to show up on unsuspecting users' machines. Unfortunately, this also indicates that there could be malicious infections on your computer. All in all, we advise you to remove Counter for Messenger as soon as possible. But before you jump to the end, let us tell you in more detail what we have found out about this PUP. Read more »

SuddenTax Ransomware

SuddenTax Ransomware

SuddenTax Ransomware is yet another incredibly malicious piece of software that should never be up and running on your personal computer. If unfortunately, it is already active on your operating system, make sure not to waste any time and conduct its complete removal. Doing so is paramount because this malware can easily lock a vast amount of data in a matter of minutes. In most instances, malware developers use ransomware applications to make illegal profits from unsuspecting Internet users. The scheme under which such programs work is quite simple; it encrypts your data and then demands a ransom in return for decryption services. If you wish to learn more about the inner workings of this malicious application, make sure to read the rest of this report. Also, you will find a few virtual security tips to help you keep your operating system secure. To help you delete SuddenTax Ransomware once and for all, we include a comprehensive removal guide. Read more »

iSportTV Search Plus Extension

iSportTV Search Plus Extension

Have you downloaded iSportTV Search Plus Extension because you believed that this tool could help you find sports-related content? Although it does that to some extent, it is believed that this potentially unwanted program (PUP) is primarily used to promote third-party links via the search engine, as well as record information about the users. Therefore, despite not being completely useless, our Anti-Spyware-101.com research team recommends deleting iSportTV Search Plus Extension. Luckily, erasing this add-on – which, by the way, is compatible only with Google Chrome – is not difficult at all. The most difficult part might be to understand why it is best to remove the potentially unwanted program. Our research team has thoroughly analyzed this extension, and you can continue reading if you want to learn more about it and its functions. We are also open for discussion, and if you have any questions, you can add them to the comments section. If you do not care about any of this, and you are here only for the guide, scroll down below to find it. Read more »

DCRTR Ransomware

DCRTR Ransomware

DCRTR Ransomware appears to be a file-enciphering threat that utilizes AES and RSA encryption algorithms to damage user’s private files. Afterward, the malicious program should drop a ransom note claiming the files were encrypted “due to a security problem with” the PC. The same note should also ask to write the cyber criminals behind this malware via email and learn how much the user has to pay to get his data back. Whatever the price is, we do not think it would be wise to give them any money as there are no guarantees they will not scam you. If you do not believe the cyber criminals would hold on to their end of the deal too, we urge you not to take any chances and remove DCRTR Ransomware immediately. Users who feel up to the task can follow the steps available at the end of this report as they will show how to eliminate the malware manually. However, first, it might be wiser to read the rest of our article and get to know this threat better. Read more »

Search.hemailinboxlogin.com

Search.hemailinboxlogin.com

Have you found Search.hemailinboxlogin.com to have taken over your browser’s homepage, New tab, and/or default search provider? According to the research of Anti-Spyware-101.com malware analysts, it does not look like this browser hijacker can corrupt your IE, Firefox, or Chrome web browser completely without permission; however, you might have been forced into letting it in when downloading the “Email Inbox Login” extension. All in all, whether your browser was hijacked illegally or with your knowledge, you want to delete Search.hemailinboxlogin.com as soon as possible. This hijacker – as well as the extension representing it – was created by Polarity Technologies Ltd., and this company is responsible for hundreds of extensions and hijackers that we recommend removing. Some of them include Search.hgetsports.net, Search.searchgtp.com, and My Weather Radar. Although these threats are usually represented via authentic-looking sources, it appears that they are often installed using malware or undesirable software bundles. Without a doubt, you want to remove malware if it exists, but, in this report, we focus on erasing the hijacker and the accompanying extension. Read more »