Crypt38 Ransomware

Crypt38 Ransomware

Ransomware infections are serious threats that enter systems without permission and then immediately start performing activities on the infected computer. Crypt38 Ransomware is a newly released infection that is targeted at people living in Russia. We believe so because it shows the ransom note which is written in Russian after it encrypts files. Yes, you have understood correctly, Crypt38 Ransomware is going to lock files you have on your computer like similar ransomware infections prevalent on the web these days. To be honest, it has been developed to extort money from computer users, so it is definitely not going to act somehow differently. As we have already mentioned, Crypt38 Ransomware is targeted at those living in Russia; however, other people might allow it to enter their systems as well, especially if their computers are not fully protected from harm, i.e. users do not have security software installed. Read more »

Search.supermediatabsearch.com

Search.supermediatabsearch.com

If you install the extension from supermediatab.com or this SuperMediaTab extension finds another way to sneak onto your computer, you will notice immediately that Search.supermediatabsearch.com has altered the settings of your Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome browsers. To be more specific, this search engine will set itself as the default search engine and you will also see it every time you open the New Tab because it is known to be able to change the settings of the New Tab page as well. At first glance, Search.supermediatabsearch.com looks like an ordinary search provider that cannot cause harm to computers; however, specialists at anti-spyware-101.com have observed that it shares similarities with such unreliable search engines as search.realcoolmoviessearch.com, search.searchinsocial.com, and search.emaildefendsearch.com. As Search.supermediatabsearch.com is very similar to the aforementioned search engines that are known to be untrustworthy, researchers have decided to test Search.supermediatabsearch.com as well. We will tell you what they have revealed further in the article. Read more »

Youndoo

Youndoo

You may find a questionable search page called Youndoo in your browsers when a browser hijacker sneaks onto your operating system. This hijacker can make arbitrary modifications in your browser settings to make sure that you become exposed to Youndoo.com. This search page can show you potentially unreliable and harmful web content. While many users do not consider browser hijackers as a threat, you should know that they can be a source of security risks if you are not careful. Keeping this hijacker in your browsers could cause severe damage indirectly with time that includes slower Internet connection and PC performance as well as losing sensitive personal information. But when this malware infection emerges on your PC, you can be quite sure that there are other threats as well. We advise you to delete Youndoo as soon as possible. If you want to use a totally safe computer, you should not stop at this point. Unless you clean all the infections and potentially risky applications from your system, it will never be fully secure for you to use your PC. Read more »

Dedcryptor Ransomware

Dedcryptor Ransomware

Dedcryptor Ransomware is a new computer infection that is based on EDA2, which is known to be the open-source ransomware code. Dedcryptor Ransomware acts exactly like other ransomware infections, i.e. it sneaks onto the computer without permission and then locks all the files it manages to find. It does that because it seeks a ransom. You should not transfer your money to cyber criminals that hide behind Dedcryptor Ransomware even though it might seem that it is the only and the quickest way to unlock files. You will find out why we think so if you read the report. Of course, you should carefully read it not only because of that. Specialists working at anti-spyware-101.com will also tell you how to remove the ransomware infection from the system and whether it is really necessary to do that in the article. Read more »

Search.yourspeedtestcenter.com

Search.yourspeedtestcenter.com

Search.yourspeedtestcenter.com is a browser hijacker that comes with a browser extension called Speedtest (also named Your Speed Test Center.) You have to remove it in case you do not want to use it for processing your search queries, and there is no reason why you would want to use it because all it can offer are modified search results that include links to questionable websites that may be up to no good. Also, this hijacker will collect particular information about you that is needed to improve the advertising campaign. Since it comes from an unknown source, we recommend that you prevent it from collecting whatever data it collects and get rid of it. Read more »

Apocalypse Ransomware

Apocalypse Ransomware

If you ever happen to come across a program that is called Apocalypse Ransomware, you should be aware of its malicious functionality. Just like any other application that fits the ransomware category, the malware in question will encrypt your personal data and then will ask for a ransom. On top of that, it is also capable of locking your user interface, meaning that you will not be able to use your personal computer unless you remove this malicious program. In our report, we provide further information regarding the invasive activities of this ransomware, which will realize why the complete removal of Apocalypse Ransomware is essential. Along with a comprehensive removal guide, we present a few virtual security tips that will help you keep your operating system safe and secure at all times. Read more »

Your Windows (Microsoft) Computer has been blocked

Your Windows (Microsoft) Computer has been blocked is an alert that users are introduced to via their browsers. The pop-up provides intimidating warnings regarding virtual security, and it also displays a number that users supposedly need to call to receive help. The pop-up is meant to convince you that your banking information, passwords, social networking and IM accounts, as well as personal data on your computer is at risk. In reality, the only risk you are facing is being scammed by the fake technicians answering your call. In case you have already called one of the fake helpline numbers associated with this fake alert, you need to take appropriate security measures. Please continue reading to learn more about these measures. This report also shows how to remove “Your Windows (Microsoft) Computer has been blocked” alerts from your browsers using a few simple steps. Read more »

7h9r Ransomware

7h9r Ransomware

7h9r Ransomware is a new threat that might quickly enter your computer if you tend to open spam email attachments, surf the web rather carelessly, and do not even have a trustworthy security tool installed on your computer. This Trojan has been named 7h9r Ransomware not without a reason. Researchers have decided to call it like that because it adds the .7h9r filename extension to those files it encrypts. Yes, you will quickly find out that all your files are locked if this threat manages to find a way to your system. This ransomware infection is not unique in this sense because all other similar threats, e.g. Cerber Ransomware, Centurion_Legion Ransomware, and Payms Ransomware act the same. This is, they encrypt users’ personal files and then demand a ransom. Many users need to access their files, e.g. presentations, theses, documents, pictures, videos, and music files badly, so they decide to transfer money to cyber criminals. Specialists working at anti-spyware-101.com say that you should not hurry to make a payment because there might be a way to decrypt files free of charge. Read more »

Workno.ru

Workno.ru

It is important to avoid an application that goes by the name of Workno.ru as it nothing more than yet another browser hijacker known for its annoyance. If you happen to ever come across this intrusive program, make sure not to obtain or install it because it will ruin your overall experience on the web in numerous ways. Even though changes made by it could seem irrelevant at first, you must know that they will make your daily online activates much more annoying and frustrating. On top of such invasive functionality, this browser hijacker could also prove to be a virtual threat as it could be the main reason other potentially malicious programs might be able to enter your personal computer. It goes without saying that such functionality of Workno.ru should not be ignored. Read the rest of our article to find out more about the intrusive features of this hijacker. Also, follow the detailed instructions that we present below to get rid of it. Read more »

Wixite.com

Wixite.com

Wixite.com might look like an ordinary search provider; however, the truth is that this search engine is known to be a browser hijacker for its ability to enter systems silently and then modify the settings of browsers. Our specialists have revealed that Wixite.com is going to set itself as your default homepage and search engine if you use Mozilla Firefox or Internet Explorer. At the time of writing, it does not work on Google Chrome; however, other versions of this browser hijacker might be released in the future too, so you have to be very careful no matter which browser you use as your default one. Have you already encountered Wixite.com? If so, hurry to delete this infection from your computer. We have to upset you – it will not be easy to eliminate this browser hijacker. Of course, we will help you with its removal in the article. First of all, you will have to erase this threat through Control Panel, and then you will need to remove its extensions from Mozilla Firefox and Internet Explorer. Continue reading to get more information. Read more »