Trojan:JS/Seedubator.B

Posted: May 1, 2013 | Category: Trojans | Threat Level: 9/10
Trojan:JS/Seedabutor.B, sometimes referred to as Redirector.175 or Redirector.xa, is an online Trojan that redirects your browser to a site that contains malicious content (drive-by-download attacks, exploit kits and similar high-level PC threats). Unlike a browser hijacker, Trojan:JS/Seedabutor.B doesn't modify your browser to force repeated exposure to the site in question, although Trojan:JS/Seedabutor.B may be on your hard drive as a temporary browser file. Both deliberately malicious and benevolent but hacked sites can be hosts for Trojan:JS/Seedabutor.B, which exploits both iFrames...

Trojan.Win32.Buzus

Posted: May 1, 2013 | Category: Trojans | Threat Level: 9/10
Trojan.Win32.Buzus is a dangerous Trojan horse that may allow remote hackers to gain access to the infected Windows PC. Once access is gained using Trojan.Win32.Buzus, the system is at risk of having any stored data stolen or used against the computer user. It is very important to take the necessary steps to detect and remove Trojan.Win32.Buzus using the proper antispyware application.

Arcade Safari

Posted: May 1, 2013 | Category: Adware | Threat Level: 2/10
Screenshot Arcade Safari is an adware application that is created by EpicPlay LLC. Through Arcade Safari PC users will see many pop-ups of advertisements offering coupons and online savings deals. Moreover, Arcade Safari may offer arcade games through certain sites and redirect users to the www.ArcadeSafari.com site. To avoid the random redirects and pop-up ads, PC users must remove Arcade Safari and all of its add-ons that may be installed within web browser applications. The complete removal of Arcade Safari may be done automatically using an antispyware program.

Backdoor.Ceckno

Posted: May 1, 2013 | Category: Backdoors | Threat Level: 6/10
Backdoor.Ceckno is a dangerous backdoor Trojan that may allow remote hackers to gain access to the infected system. The access is initiated by Backdoor.Ceckno injecting malicious code into Internet Explorer and then opening up a portal where an attacker could infiltrate the computer. After access is gained through Backdoor.Ceckno, a hacker may be able to steal data off of the infected system’s hard drive. To reduce the risk of having a computer vulnerable to remote attacks, it is best to promptly remove Backdoor.Ceckno using an antispyware program.

Backdoor.Win32.Rbot

Posted: May 1, 2013 | Category: Backdoors | Threat Level: 6/10
Screenshot Backdoor.Win32.Rbot is a dangerous backdoor threat that may enter a system through a vulnerability. Once infected, a system may allow remote attackers to gain access to collect data from the hard drive. Additionally, a system with Backdoor.Win32.Rbot installed could load unwanted pop-ups and behave abnormally with reduced performance until Backdoor.Win32.Rbot is completely removed using an antispyware program.

Backdoor.Win32.DarkKomet.eku

Posted: May 1, 2013 | Category: Backdoors | Threat Level: 6/10
Backdoor.Win32.DarkKomet.eku is a deceptive backdoor Trojan horse that is known to render bogus alert pop-ups and produce outbound network traffic. A remote hacker may utilize Backdoor.Win32.DarkKomet.eku to infiltrate a vulnerable system where data stored on the hard drive may be compromised and stolen. Backdoor.Win32.DarkKomet.eku is a serious security risk that should be automatically removed using an updated antispyware program without any delay. The repercussions of delaying the removal of Backdoor.Win32.DarkKomet.eku may result in theft of your personal information.

Hotstartsearch.com

Posted: April 30, 2013 | Category: Browser Hijackers | Threat Level: 5/10
Hotstartsearch.com is a deceptive browser hijacker that may change settings within the web browser applications Internet Explorer, Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox. Once internet settings are changed, Hotstartsearch.com may load as the new default home page and search engine site. Searches performed within Hotstartsearch.com may redirect you to unwanted sites. Most times Hotstartsearch.com is installed through previously installed software or bundled applications without your knowledge. Removing the Hotstartsearch.com threat may be accomplished utilizing an updated antispyware tool.

Purchasereviews.net

Posted: April 30, 2013 | Category: Browser Hijackers | Threat Level: 5/10
Purchasereviews.net is a browser hijacker known for redirecting you to unwanted sites and the Purchasereviews.net page. Usually the web browsers Internet Explorer, Firefox and Google Chrome are affected by Purchasereviews.net where their settings are manipulated without your permission. After the settings are changed, the web browsers will then randomly load the Purchasereviews.net home page until the threat is completely removed from your computer.

Frameseek

Posted: April 30, 2013 | Category: Browser Hijackers | Threat Level: 5/10
Frameseek is a dangerous browser hijacker that is known for changing settings within web browser applications. Usually Google Chrome, Internet Explorer or Firefox will have its internet settings changed by Frameseek where they then redirect you to the Frameseek.com site as your new home page and search engine choice. The effects of Frameseek are usually irreversible until the Frameseek threat is automatically removed using antispyware software.

V9tr.com

Posted: April 30, 2013 | Category: Browser Hijackers | Threat Level: 5/10
V9tr.com is a browser hijacker that may modify various settings within popular web browser programs like Google Chrome, Internet Explorer and Firefox. Once the modifications have been made, V9tr.com is prone to load automatically while other unwanted sites are rendered at times. The default home page and search engine is also changed to load V9tr.com. These alterations are mostly irreversible until V9tr.com is removed using an antispyware application.

Trojan.Win32.Cosmu.aigh

Posted: April 30, 2013 | Category: Trojans | Threat Level: 9/10
Trojan.Win32.Cosmu.aigh is a deceptive Trojan horse that may be lurking on your system without your knowledge. Usually Trojan.Win32.Cosmu.aigh runs in the background while it allows remote attackers to gain access where data could be compromised. The detection and removal of Trojan.Win32.Cosmu.aigh should be performed in a prompt manor using an updated antispyware tool.

BullVid Download Manager

Posted: April 30, 2013 | Category: Downloaders | Threat Level: 7/10
BullVid Download Manager is a browser plugin or add-on that attempts to serve as a means of downloading and sharing files. Through BullVid Download Manager it may act much like a browser helper object where it changes web browser settings and loads an unwanted search engine site. Due to BullVid Download Manager's questionable actions, it is suggested that it be removed once noticed either manually or using an antispyware application.

Freecorder Toolbar

Posted: April 30, 2013 | Category: Browser Hijackers | Threat Level: 5/10
Freecorder Toolbar is a potentially aggravating toolbar and add-on extension for web browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox and MS Internet Explorer. Usually Freecorder Toolbar is loaded and installed through a bundled software installer application. From there Freecorder Toolbar may load a toolbar onto your favorite web browser offering several recording functions and a separate search engine box. Freecorder Toolbar is also known to change internet settings where the default home page is redirected to an unwanted site along with the default search engine choice. Removal of...

Savings Slider

Posted: April 29, 2013 | Category: Adware | Threat Level: 2/10
Screenshot Savings Slider is an adware program that is known for displaying random advertisements of online shopping products as well as coupon deals. Through Savings Slider computer users may get redirected to unwanted sites offering savings on shopping sites. At times Savings Slider may interrupt web surfing on popular web browsers like Google Chrome, Firefox and Internet Explorer. The removal or uninstallation of Savings Slider may be performed using an updated antispyware application.

Youwillfind.info

Posted: April 29, 2013 | Category: Browser Hijackers | Threat Level: 5/10
Websearch.youwillfind.info is a clone of previous Websearch sites, such as Websearch.simplespeedy.info and Websearch.helpmefindyour.info , all of which reroute any attempted searches to the Localmoxie.com search engine. Even though Websearch.youwillfind.info and Localmoxie.com don't host malicious software directly, some types of malware with browser-hijacking capabilities have been known to force your browser to redirect to Websearch sites like Websearch.youwillfind.info. Browser hijackers for Websearch.youwillfind.info always should be considered dangers to your safe web-browsing...

Ib.adnxs.com

Posted: April 29, 2013 | Category: Browser Hijackers | Threat Level: 5/10
Ib.adnxs.com is one of many advertising network-based sites that appear to have exercised less-stringent prerequisites in screening their advertisements than is commendable, with advertisements from Ib.adnxs.com sometimes being reported as infection vectors for browser hijackers and adware. SpywareRemove.com malware experts weren't able to confirm these reports, but they were able to tie Ib.adnxs.com's advertisements to various forms of false advertising that can be used to phish for personal information or otherwise engage in scamming tactics like the common 'bait and switch.' For safety's...

WindowShopper Adware

Posted: April 29, 2013 | Category: Adware | Threat Level: 2/10
WindowShopper Adware is an annoying adware program that may be installed with bundled software without you knowledge. After installed, WindowShopper Adware is known for display several repeated advertsements along with popular shopping site offers. These adverts may be displayed at random where some could redirect you to unwanted websites or ones designed to market unwanted products. Most times WindowShopper Adware will affect all popular web browsers including Google Chrome, Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox. It is best that you remove WindowShopper Adware using antispyware...

ad.reduxmedia.com

Posted: April 29, 2013 | Category: Browser Hijackers | Threat Level: 5/10
Ad.reduxmedia.com is an advertising site that often is exploited for the purpose of generating unwanted browser pop-ups. Since threats related to Ad.reduxmedia.com can exhibit variable attributes, you always should use anti-malware products to disinfect any PC threats related to Ad.reduxmedia.com, including pop-up-creating adware or browser hijackers. The Media that Pushes Itself Into Your Monitor... Again and Again Ad.reduxmedia.com primarily is marketed as an advertising network, but most PC users are familiar with Ad.reduxmedia.com through the Ad.reduxmedia.com-related pop-ups...

Trojan Generic29.ajge

Posted: April 29, 2013 | Category: Trojans | Threat Level: 9/10
Trojan Generic29.ajge is a Trojan horse that may be used by hackers to remotely attack vulnerable computers. Through Trojan Generic29.ajge a hacker may obtain stored data and manipulate settings. Trojan Generic29.ajge may modify and infect the Master Boot Record of a system’s hard drive where it could cause the computer to perform poorly. Removing Trojan Generic29.ajge can be performed automatically utilizing an antispyware application.

Perk Redirect Virus

Posted: April 29, 2013 | Category: Viruses | Threat Level: 8/10
Screenshot The Perk Redirect Virus is a term referring to browser hijackers that redirect your browser to perk.com or a sub-domain of that site, and often is associated with the Perk browser (a modified version of Chrome) from that site. Although Perk claims to reward its users for such simple actions as shopping online or just browsing the web, Perk also includes browser-hijacking functions that make it in many respects equivalent to a Perk Redirect Virus with functions including unwarranted system changes that control your web-browsing experience. Deleting any format of Perk Redirect Virus,...
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