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PCOptiDriver

Posted: November 27, 2017

Threat Metric

Threat Level: 8/10
Infected PCs: 31
First Seen: January 28, 2022
Last Seen: January 28, 2022
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The official site of PCOptiDriver claims that the program will help you update your PC drivers automatically and that it is '100% Safe For Your PC.' In reality, however, it is nothing more than an adware app. Users who have PCOptiDriver installed on their computers may start having unsolicited ads injected into their Web browser directly. The adware may start spying on the user's browsing records and preferences to display targeted ads that are far more likely to entice the user to click on them. As a result, you may be redirected to third-party sites sponsoring PCOptiDriver or initiate the download and installation of even more unwanted apps and software. The ads also may lead to other adware or more serious malware infiltrating the victim's computer.

The ads generated by PCOptiDrive could start hogging up system resources, which could influence the performance of the whole machine. Tasks could take far longer than usual to be completed, or in extreme cases, the whole system can crash. Users who have PCOptiDrive installed also risk having their private information collected. The adware may log your registration information, which could compromise your credit cards, bank accounts and other data.

Keeping PCOptiDrive on your computer is not recommended. The easiest way to remove adware is with the help of a professional anti-malware solution.

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