decrypt@fros.cc Ransomware

Posted by on October 26, 2018 No comments
decrypt@fros.cc Ransomware

decrypt@fros.cc Ransomware could encipher your private files with a secure cryptosystem, so if you do come across it, you could lose your data. However, our researchers at Anti-spyware-101.com say users who have backup copies have nothing to worry about as they could easily replace encrypted files. Those who did not make such emergency preparations before coming across this malicious application may think about paying to the cybercriminals behind the threat, but we would recommend against it as there are no guarantees they will provide the promised decryptor. Users who do not want to risk their savings should eliminate the malware. The task might not be as complicated as you could image, but you can see it for yourself if you slide below the article where we added manual deletion instructions for decrypt@fros.cc Ransomware. On the other hand, if you prefer using automatic features, you could acquire a legitimate antimalware tool that would help you erase the malicious program too. Read more »

Advanced Speedup 2018

Posted by on October 26, 2018 No comments
Advanced Speedup 2018

Advanced Speedup 2018 is not a PC optimization tool you should entrust your system’s cleanup and optimization to because it has turned out to be a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and, on top of that, research has clearly shown that the free version of the program, i.e. the version that can be downloaded from http://www.mypcclean.online, which is its official website, only works as a diagnostic tool. In other words, it could not boost your computer's performance. Of course, you could purchase the license and upgrade it, but Advanced Speedup 2018 will no doubt be a huge disappointment to you if you clicked the Download button on its official website expecting that you could improve your PC performance for free. If you have not found this program very useful, and you are 100% sure that you will not upgrade it, it would be best that you remove it fully in case you have already installed it on your system. We do not try to convince you here that potentially unwanted programs are extremely malicious because it is not true, but we suggest that you still remove Advanced Speedup 2018 because it might start showing annoying pop-ups to remind you about the detected issues. Also, it might show pop-ups to encourage you to buy the license. Since there are so many fully reliable PC optimization tools available on the market, we do not think that it is the best decision to invest in Advanced Speedup 2018. Of course, the final decision is yours to make. Read more »

Nog4yH4n Project Ransomware

Posted by on October 26, 2018 No comments
Nog4yH4n Project Ransomware

Windows users are alerted about Nog4yH4n Project Ransomware. At the time of research conducted by our expert Anti-Spyware-101.com analysts, the malicious infection was not spreading actively. That was, most likely, due to the fact that the infection did not work as intended. Since there is absolutely no way we could predict the emergence of new infections or the upgrade of ineffective ones, we cannot say that this ransomware is a non-threat. We have to think of all possibilities, and one of them is that the threat will be fixed up and unleashed to invade unguarded Windows operating systems. When this threat invades, it is meant to encrypt files and attach the “.locked” extension to their names. Unfortunately, once files are encrypted, it is not possible to decrypt them. The only chance the victims of file-encrypting malware have to restore their files is if they are backed up. Backup copies should be stored on virtual clouds or external storage drives to ensure that they are not affected by malware. Whether or not you need to delete Nog4yH4n Project Ransomware from your operating system already, this removal guide shows how to do it, as well as how to prevent ransomware from harming files in the future. Read more »

LearnTheLyrics Toolbar

Posted by on October 25, 2018 No comments
LearnTheLyrics Toolbar

LearnTheLyrics Toolbar is an application that was created by Mindspark Interactive Network, the same company that created EverydayMemo Toolbar, MyWayNotes Toolbar, WeatherBlink Toolbar, and hundreds of other applications that work in the same way. These toolbars always promote links to third-party sites, they always use the same search engine to provide users with a search service, and they always record and share data with third parties. All of these things contribute to our recommendation to delete LearnTheLyrics Toolbar and other toolbars alike. Why? The toolbars cannot be considered useful just because they offer links to useful sites. The search tool cannot be trusted just because it allegedly is “enhanced by Google.” Finally, the fact that undisclosed parties can obtain data about your virtual activity is disconcerting. We expand on all of this in the report, and if you are interested in learning more, keep on reading. Our Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers have analyzed the PUP (potentially unwanted program) thoroughly, and if you have any questions about it, you can use the comments section to start a discussion. Read more »

''1-888-398-0888" Technical Support Scam

Posted by on October 24, 2018 No comments
''1-888-398-0888

''1-888-398-0888" Technical Support Scam shows a warning asking to buy a new Windows license and does not allow the user to access his computer. If your device’s screen is being blocked by this message, you should know it is a fake system alert. Meaning the note does not come from Microsoft, and you should not believe a word it says. Our researchers at Anti-spyware-101.com advise paying no attention to the demands on the note. Instead, users should remove ''1-888-398-0888" Technical Support Scam at once. It might threaten to delete your files, but in reality, it does not damage user’s data or does anything else besides blocking the screen with the described window. To learn more about the threat, you should keep reading our text and if you want to know how to deal with it do not forget to check the steps placed a bit below this report. Read more »

Searchmulty.com

Posted by on October 24, 2018 No comments
Searchmulty.com

If your browser’s default search provider has been replaced with Searchmulty.com on Google Chrome, it is very likely that an extension called “Multy App” has been installed. At the time of research, this extension was compatible with the Chrome web browser only, but we do not claim that other browsers could not be affected by it in the future. Anti-Spyware-101.com research team advises that you get rid of the app and remove Searchmulty.com without further hesitation because this software is not trustworthy. The good news is that the suspicious search engine is automatically deleted once the extension is erased. Of course, if the search tool has been introduced to you on its own or along with a different add-on or application, you might have to approach the situation in a different manner. Continue reading the article to learn what you need to do, and if you do not find an answer that helps you, post a comment below. Our research team will assist you as soon as possible. Read more »

Free Forms Now

Posted by on October 24, 2018 No comments
Free Forms Now

Free Forms Now might seem useful if you are looking for tax, citizenship, or other forms to fill. Nevertheless, our researchers do not recommend using it because it looks like the application may encourage those who install it to use an unreliable search engine, which could provide questionable advertising material from the software’s third-party partners. Consequently, it falls under the classification of potentially unwanted programs (PUPs). Naturally, if you do not like the thought it could introduce you to unreliable content, we would advise deleting Free Forms Now before anything goes wrong. The removal process will be explained in the instructions added below the text, but if you want to know more about this PUP, we would recommend reading the rest of this article first. Read more »

Go.deepteep.com

Posted by on October 24, 2018 No comments
Go.deepteep.com

If Go.deepteep.com ever replaces your homepage, search tool, and New Tab, this suggests that your browser has been hijacked. No doubt the browser hijacker is responsible for altering your browser’s settings if you can locate the AppSync folder in %APPDATA%. The folder is placed there after its successful entrance. Research conducted by experienced specialists at anti-spyware-101.com has clearly shown that this browser hijacker can change the main settings on three browsers: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome. If you use any of these web browsers and encounter this infection, you will sooner or later find out about these modifications. The majority of users decide to remove Go.deepteep.com immediately because they can no longer see their preferred websites when they open their web browsers. We hope that you will be one of them and erase the Go.deepteep.com browser hijacker as soon as possible. If you cannot boast about the knowledge regarding the malware removal, we highly recommend that you first read this report fully and then use instructions you will find below. Read more »

castor-troy-restore@protonmail.com Ransomware

Posted by on October 23, 2018 No comments
castor-troy-restore@protonmail.com Ransomware

castor-troy-restore@protonmail.com Ransomware seems to be a dangerous threat that might cause a lot of trouble. According to our specialists at Anti-spyware-101.com, the malware can encrypt various data found on the computer as well as disable Windows recovery features, delete shadow copies, and so on. After completing the mentioned tasks, the infection should show a ransom note saying users should contact the malicious application’s developers via email; if they want their data decrypted. We have no doubt the message from the cybercriminals would ask to pay a ransom as the note also mentions payment in Bitcoins. Keep it in mind, paying it could be hazardous as you do not know if the hackers will hold on to their word. If they decide not to, you would be unable to get your money back. Therefore, we recommend not to risk your savings and erase castor-troy-restore@protonmail.com Ransomware with the instructions located below or a legitimate antimalware tool. Read more »

Flyrlk.com

Posted by on October 23, 2018 No comments

Flyrlk.com is an adware server that, according to Anti-Spyware-101.com research team, is most likely to be used for the promotion of unreliable installers. These installers could present browser extensions, applications, and malware, and so all users who face these installers need to be extremely cautious. Unfortunately, not all users understand that it is dangerous to interact with random installers that are introduced to them. Hopefully, you are smarter than that. However, if you have accidentally installed unfamiliar software, please make sure you scan your operating system immediately to check if you do not need to delete malicious infections. Another reason to employ the scanner is to check if adware exists. Advertising-supported software could be responsible for introducing you to ads and redirecting to unreliable or malicious pages. If you do not need to remove Flyrlk.com-related adware, maybe you need to change settings in your browsers? Continue reading this report, and you will learn what you need to do to ensure that misleading and annoying ads stop showing up on your screen. Read more »