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BlockTheAdApp

BlockTheAdApp

BlockTheAdApp is a program which is aimed at enhancing your online experience by blocking various advertisements. However, it is advisable to remove this browser plug-in because it is sponsored by third-parties, which means that some randomly selected advertisements can be sent to your browser. BlockTheAdApp is promoted at blocktheadapp.in and may be distributed along with other free programs by the DomaIQ installer, which is commonly to spread unreliable programs such as fake Java updates, Flash players, and the like. If you encounter warnings promoting updates for your software, you should not trust websites to which you are taken but use the official sources of the updates so that you do not have to experience adverse consequences. Read more »

Ads by Fraven

Ads by Fraven

Ads by Fraven may show up after a suspicious browser extension published by Robokid Technologies (may be indicated as ‘setup’) gets installed onto Google Chrome, Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox. Also known as the Fraven Shopping Companion, this application is most likely a new version of the infamous Feven promoted at feven.com. The creators of the program have designed multiple different versions of the same application to trick computer users and the installed security software. The fact is that if an automatic malware removal tool is not updated in time, it might fail to identify Freeven, Fraveen and other versions as the same unreliable ad-supported application. Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers advise reading the report to find out how to remove Ads by Fraven. Read more »

Prizeslocket.eu

You cannot ignore the disturbing or alluring ads and installers presented via Prizeslocket.eu. This truly suspicious adware server has been discovered to promote bundled installers that often use misleading masks. For example, you may think you are downloading a legitimate Adobe update when, in reality, you may be installing more adware and more intrusive and worthless programs. In fact, when discussion turns to Prizeslocket.eu removal, it usually means that you need to find and delete advertisement supported programs. While ads linked to the server can be presented on certain P2P file sharing sites and using other questionable sources, in many cases these ads show up when adware installed on the computer enables the connection to the domain. This is not secure, and so we recommend that you delete potentially existing adware without any hesitation. We can help you with that. Read more »

Websaver

Websaver

Websaver is an adware application. It enters computer bundled with other freeware programs, and for a time being user may not be aware of the fact that he has adware installed on the PC. Nevertheless, Websaver displays an extensive number of commercial advertisements that you will notice in no time. These advertisements could be embedded with potentially corrupted content. It could lead to serious computer security issues. Hence, it is necessary to remove Websaver and all the other similar applications that might currently be on your system. Read more »

Activeris.net

Activeris.net

Activeris.net is a website promoting an anti-malware program called Antiveris Antimalware, which his categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP), which is due to the fact that it is also distributed alongside other undesirable programs. The Antiveris Antimalware program is not the only product of the company. FastAgain PC Booster is another program developed by Activeris, and, if you ever encounter this system optimization tool, we recommend that you remove it from the PC as soon as you can. Read more »

WeekApp

WeekApp

WeekApp is a free cross-browser plug-in for the owners of Android users. WeekApp enables users to browse for the best rated mobile applications, which are transferred to the mobile device automatically. The browser add-on is compatible with Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, and may seem to be a useful program as long as it does not display third-party advertisement. The truth is that WeekApp is sponsored by third-parties, which means that you can be provided with a great variety of advertisements, coupons, special offers, and the like. The features of the program determines its category, and, regardless of the primarily function of the program, WeekApp is regarded as adware and can be removed from the compute reputable anti-malware programs. Read more »

Gyl.javatri.net

Gyl.javatri.net

Gyl.javatri.net is a common remote adware server. Almost exclusively servers like Gyl.javatri.net are used by various adware applications. Adware programs connect to a remote server in order to display adverts and various annoying pop-ups within your browser. Any activity that is associated with Gyl.javatri.net on your browser is a pretty strong signal that your system is infected with some adware. In order to reduce exposure to Gyl.javatri.net server, you must locate and remove the malicious application. It could sometimes be quite tricky, but our team at Anti-Spyware-101.com has put up a detailed and easy to carry out removal guide. Read more »

Antimalware Activeris

If you searching for a security tool in order to protect your computer against malicious software, you should better not trust Antimalware Activeris because it is not a reliable application. Actually, the specialists of anti-spyware-101.com have found out that this program is just a potentially unwanted application. It means that it might act in an unwanted way, which is why you should not trust it blindly, especially if Antimalware Activeris has entered your system without your permission or if you have found this program useless. Luckily, this potentially unwanted application can be removed via Control Panel; however, if you need more information how to do that, you should better read throughout this article. Read more »

Cyber-thieves steal 500,000 euros from a European bank

Cyber-thieves steal 500,000 euros from a European bank

Kaspersky Lab has recently reported on an attack against a European bank, resulting in the loss of €500,000 (£400, 000) in the course of a week. The investigation of the financial fraud has revealed that there are over 190 victims, most of who are located in Italy and Turkey. The sums stolen from unsuspecting bank client vary from 1,000 to 39,000 Euros. Read more »

AdPlugin.NM

AdPlugin.NM

If you own the AVG computer security program and have been informed about AdPlugin.NM, it indicates that you have attempted to install some programs distributed by Premium installer, which is a software downloader used by various unreliable websites. AdPlugin.NM does not refer to a dangerous computer infection; however, having been informed about AdPlugin.NM, you should focus your attention on the reputation and legitimacy of the programs that you install. All that you can do to remove AdPlugin.NM from the detection list is disregard websites with Premium Installer and make sure that the programs on your computer are safe to use. Read more »