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Zlocker Ransomware

Zlocker Ransomware

If it suddenly becomes impossible to access almost all files (e.g. pictures, documents, videos, and more) and they have a Unicode symbol, Zlocker Ransomware must have infiltrated your computer. It is not very easy to say how this threat enters computers because it has not become a prevalent infection yet; however, we are sure you have not given it permission to enter your computer. Ransomware infections are one of those threats that try to infiltrate computers unnoticed; however, they do not perform their activities in the background once they successfully enter systems. As a consequence, users soon find out about the entrance of the ransomware infection. The entrance of Zlocker Ransomware does not go unnoticed too because it encrypts victims’ files right away and, additionally, drops a ransom note in a .txt format. There is a bunch of similar threats that act the same, but you can be sure that Zlocker Ransomware is the one that has infiltrated your computer and locked your files if you see a Unicode character appended to all files you can no longer open. Delete this threat from your system if you are sure it is the one responsible for locking your files so that it could not encrypt your data in the future again. If you feel that you need some help with the removal of this crypto-threat, you should use our manual removal guide (you will find it below this article). It will be easy to clean the system if you follow it step-by-step. Read more »

Gamesquest Extension

Gamesquest Extension

Gamesquest is a Google Chrome browser extension that should allow users to search for online games. The Gamesquest extension is presented as a tool that enables unlimited access to different genres and is easy to use. Unfortunately, when analyzing Gamesquest, no enhancement in web searches has been observed. The free application only changes the browser settings, including proxy settings, so that you are directed to the Yahoo search results page.

The Gamesquest extension, which is promoted as a convenient tool, has been categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) even though it has its official website and is also promoted in the Chrome Web Store. In addition to these two sources, the Gamesquest extension is also distributed alongside freeware. If you are not sure how Gamesquest got on your PC, the odds are that it has been installed as an additional program simultaneously with another program. The Gamesquest extension is also spread by pop-up advertisements, which you should always ignore to prevent unwanted adverse consequences.  Our team at Anti-Spyware-101.com recommends removing the Gamesquest extension so that your browsing sessions are not redirected and your browsing behavior is not monitored. Read more »

Mozilla Firefox Critical Error

If you come across Mozilla Firefox Critical Error, you should be aware it is a fictitious notification, and you should not believe a word it says. According to our researchers at Anti-spyware-101.com, the fake warning is probably designed to scare users so that they would call the telephone number mentioned on the alert. As you see, provided you do so the cyber criminals behind this scam might convince you to let them connect to the device to fix issues remotely or suggest you buy their products. Of course, neither of these options would fix the device since there is nothing wrong with it. Thus, we advise you not to let these people scam you and try to get rid of Mozilla Firefox Critical Error as fast as possible. To help users eliminate the fake warning more quickly, we prepared deletion instructions located at the end of this report. Read more »

The Tungsten Rounded Font Was Not Found fake alert

If you have been presented with The Tungsten Rounded Font Was Not Found fake alert after opening some kind of website, ignore the alert you see completely and leave the page opened immediately because there is nothing genuine about the alert you see on your screen. It is just a part of the so-called social engineering attack. As research conducted by specialists working at anti-spyware-101.com has shown, The Tungsten Rounded Font Was Not Found fake alert is opened to users expecting that they will click the Update button and install malicious software on their computers. It might be any malware specialists say, for instance, you might end up with Trojans, keyloggers, cryptocurrency miners, and other harmful infections. You will not necessarily find out about their installation immediately because many threats tend to perform activities in the background after slithering onto users’ computers. Have you already clicked the button located on the fake alert displayed to you? If the answer to this question is “yes,” the chances are high that there is malware actively working on your computer. You must delete it as soon as possible because it might download more threats without your knowledge. Also, it might perform activities that would make it impossible to use the computer normally. Read more »

Your Apple Device Has A Virus

Fake alerts are quite common nowadays since they allow their developers to make illegal profits from naive users. One such bogus error message goes by the name of Your Apple Device Has A Virus. As it turns out, it is primarily targeted at Mac computer users. Thus, if you are one of those users, you must be aware of this devious alert's existence at all times. It is critical to note that this suspicious warning could indicate the fact that a dubious third-party application could be up and running on your personal computer. Find out more about the potential dangers regarding this suspicious alert, by reading our in-depth article. Besides such information, we include a few virtual security tips, which will help you maintain a fully secure operating system at all times. Finally, to help you delete an application linked to Your Apple Device Has A Virus we also provide a detailed removal guide below. Read more »

FilmsNet Start

FilmsNet Start

There is another PUP (potentially unwanted program) that was created for the Google Chrome users, and it is called FilmsNet Start. At the moment, it is only compatible with the Chrome web browser, but we cannot guarantee that it will not cross over. If that happens, we can add the removal instructions you need below. If you are reading this report, the chances are that you have already made up your mind about eliminating this suspicious extension, but Anti-Spyware-101.com malware researchers can help you understand it better too. If you care only about deleting FilmsNet Start, you can scroll down. If you are curious to learn more about this suspicious extension, its distribution, and its activity, you should continue reading. Note that the comments section is open for all discussions, and if you come up with any questions while familiarizing yourself with the information provided, feel free to add them. If you are dealing with any problems, our research team will try to assist you as soon as possible. Read more »

WinLock2 Ransomware

WinLock2 Ransomware

If you ever come across a program which goes by the name of WinLock2 Ransomware, make sure to do everything in your power to avoid it. We recommend doing so because this intrusive application exhibits malicious functionality that you should not be tolerated. During our in-depth analysis, it has been discovered that this devious program can easily lock access to your computer. Developers of this malware use it for illegal profits as they demand a payment in return for access to your PC. As you can imagine, having a program like this could have devastating outcomes. To understand how this intrusive piece of software functions, read this article as we provide extensive information. Also, we include a few virtual security tips along with a detailed removal guide, which you should use to delete WinLock2 Ransomware without encountering any major problems. Read more »

Search Safe for Chrome

Search Safe for Chrome

Search Safe for Chrome is a browser add-on compatible with Google Chrome. It should make it possible to search the web privately without sharing the personally-identifiable information with anyone. This might seem to be a beneficial piece of software for those users who try to protect their privacy from being violated by any means. Since there are a number of privacy-minded users out there, Search Safe for Chrome is already quite popular. Unfortunately, there is one thing ordinary users surely do not know about this add-on – it is a potentially unwanted program (PUP). Researchers at anti-spyware-101.com have decided that the best place for it is this category because it has several drawbacks. Without a doubt, it does not act like a malicious application, but it might still perform activities you will not like. Therefore, you should consider removing this extension fully. In our opinion, users who find Search Safe for Chrome added to the list of add-ons against their will should delete it without consideration because there is a bunch of more trustworthy tools that allow users to surf the web privately out there. Additionally, as you should already know if you are reading this article from the beginning – this piece of software is not exactly what it claims to be. Read more »

Mytab.club

Mytab.club

Mytab.club might seem like a perfect homepage choice for users who enjoy seeing beautiful nature or other background pictures while surfing the Internet. However, our researchers at Anti-spyware-101.com warns us that as beautiful as the search engine may look like it is quite possible it could be potentially dangerous. We cannot say it is malicious, but its particular behavior suggests the application should be classified as a browser hijacker. For instance, it may alter your homepage and new tab page preferences. Plus, the research shows Mytab.club could be providing modified Yahoo search results. It means the tool might inject the results with suspicious pop-ups, banners, or other questionable third-party advertising content. Provided, you do not wish to be lead to web pages that could be dangerous for your system or privacy, we advise you to read more about this browser hijacker and then erase it with the instructions located below the text. Read more »

Styx Ransomware

Styx Ransomware

Styx Ransomware is a malicious file-encrypting application you could receive after opening an infected email attachment. Unfortunately, such a mistake might cost the user a lot since the infection can encipher almost all data found on the affected device. The problem is the files that get enciphered become unusable and cannot be deciphered without a unique decryption key and a program. No doubt, the cyber criminals behind this malicious application may claim they have such tools and are willing to provide the user with them if he pays a specific amount of Bitcoins. It is your choice if you want to deal with hackers, but we strongly advise against it because there are no guarantees they will help you. If you think it would be too risky as well, we encourage you to erase Styx Ransomware with the instructions available below or a legitimate antimalware tool you trust. As for users who wish to know more details before deciding what to do, we would recommend reading our full report. Read more »