2012 was a busy year for computer malware creators and security experts alike. A great number of computer infections were released last year, but there were three groups of computer threats that stood out the most. These were System Progressive Protection, a multi-name fake antivirus from Braviax family and Ukash virus ransomware infection with its most prominent version called FBI Moneypak virus. None of these infections is absolutely new. They all come from certain groups of computer threats that are periodically re-released, and thus we can presuppose that we will once again see new variations of these infections in 2013 as well. Read more »
Google Redirect Virus
Posted by Max Lehmann
on January 10, 2013
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Is your computer corrupted by the infamous Google Redirect Virus? If “yes” – you have no time to waste as the malicious infection needs to be removed as soon as possible. Despite the urgency of the task, there are a few important things you should know. First of all, we should define the infection that is corrupting your PC. Contrary to the popular belief, the “Virus” actually deserves a category of a rootkit or a Trojan. Read more »
Win 7 Internet Security 2013
Posted by Lisa Blanc
on January 10, 2013
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Win 7 Internet Security 2013 is a pretend malware detection and removal application, which must be deleted from infected Windows, in order to avoid dangerous cyber criminal activity. This rogue antispyware is capable of reporting non-existent infections’ infiltration and can flood your system’s screen with bogus pop-up notifications. These two implementations are meant to strengthen the illusion that your PC is infected with malware, which needs to be deleted. Read more »
Skype Scam
Posted by Lisa Blanc
on January 9, 2013
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Have you heard of a computer infection called Skype Scam? In reality, this name hides two different infections – the Fake Virus Call which leads to rogue AV infiltration and the malicious MoneyPak ransomware. Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers have detected the infection as a threat to those Skype users who live in the U.S.; Read more »
SaveByClick
Posted by Max Lehmann
on January 9, 2013
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It may come as a shock, however SaveByClick may be categorized as a malicious adware program which can be linked to cyber criminals and their deceitful scams. Yes, this browser extension looks completely legitimate, reliable and beneficial, even when it is not. Do you think that the add-on can offer you coupons useful for online shopping discounts? Computer users report that the application is useless and nearly impossible to remove. There are plenty more reasons why you should delete SaveByClick, and if you continue reading you will find out all you need to know about the removal. Read more »
Complete a Quick Survey to Continue Virus
Posted by Lisa Blanc
on January 8, 2013
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There is no doubt that you need to remove Complete a Quick Survey to Continue Virus once it starts corrupting your computer. The malicious infection follows similar patterns of Complete an Offer to Continue Virus – a comparable infection which uses the same scare tactics. Schemers depend on the amount of surveys you submit to generate profit and make your operating Windows system more vulnerable. You should delete Complete a Quick Survey to Continue Virus from your PC as soon as possible, and you will find out how to remove the infection if you continue reading. Read more »
PornHub
Posted by Max Lehmann
on January 7, 2013
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It has been discovered that some computer users struggle with the removal of PornHub tracking cookie. This is a sign of potentially dangerous activity managed by schemers, which is why Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers recommend you read the following information and take appropriate measures to delete PornHub related infections. Note that malicious cookies are unrecorded by many popular security tools, meaning they may exist within your operating system even if it is protected by anti-spyware software. Read more »
MyWebFace Toolbar
Posted by Lisa Blanc
on January 4, 2013
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MyWebFace Toolbar is a browser add-on for Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox. The toolbar is available at its official website mywebface.mywebsearch.com; however, it might occur that the toolbar will come along with free programs if you do not uncheck the appropriate boxed regarding the installation of MyWebFace Toolbar. Read more »
Search.us.com
Posted by Sarah Stewart
on January 4, 2013
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Search.us.com is an unwanted application classified as a browser hijacker even though computer users install it as a browser extension. The malware is installed into the system alongside free programs to which installers have the unwanted application attached. As the hijacker presents unreliable websites while you are browsing the Internet, you should remove it from the system to prevent further infections which may lead to data or money loss. Read more »
Cursor Mania Toolbar
Posted by Max Lehmann
on January 4, 2013
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Cursor Mania Toolbar is a browser plugin that is developed by Mindspark Interactive Network. It is closely related to myWebSearch Toolbar and as a result, it might cause some problem if it is misused by a third party. Originally Cursor Mania Toolbar is used to change the icon of the mouse cursor while the user browses the Internet. Despite the fact that the toolbar could prove to be useful, it is advised to remove Cursor Mania Toolbar from your computer, because it can redirect you to the websites of malicious content. Read more »
