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ContradeAdder

Posted: June 5, 2015

Threat Metric

Ranking: 17,183
Threat Level: 8/10
Infected PCs: 10,575
First Seen: June 5, 2015
Last Seen: October 5, 2023
OS(es) Affected: Windows

ContradeAdder is an adware-supported web browser extension or add-on that is compatible with Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and the Internet Explorer browsers. ContradeAdder typically travels bundled with third-party applications because users are more likely to install it accidentally. Adware creators develop misleading applications such as ContradeAdder to trick users into downloading them by claiming they offer useful deals, discounts, and offers. However, ContradeAdder and other similar applications are designed for the purpose of displaying intrusive online advertisements and keep track of your online activities. Ads by ContradeAdder are unreliable and are intended to redirect users to third-party websites that sometimes might be questionable web locations containing harmful software or promoting such. In case your system displays ads by ContradeAdder, it is advised to run a scan with a trusted anti-malware scanner that would remove the infection.

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