How to remove Theyscan.com

What is Theyscan.com
Theyscan.com is a browser hijacker, also called a redirect virus. While it’s not a virus, nor is it a particularly malicious infection, hijackers are often referred to as viruses by users because of their behaviour. They install via software bundling, make unwanted changes to browsers and redirect users to questionable websites in order to make revenue. However, they…

Remove DiskFixer

What is DiskFixer
DiskFixer is a potentially unwanted program (PUP), advertised as a system optimizer which can supposedly speed up your Windows computer. The reason the program is classified as a PUP is because it can install without explicit permission, and once it’s installed it uses scare tactics to pressure users into purchasing the full version. There are hundreds of programs…

What is WinZip Malware Protector

What is WinZip Malware Protector
WinZip Malware Protector is a potentially unwanted program (PUP), advertised as a system protection program for Windows computers. PUPs are often disguised as security software and try to trick users into purchasing useless programs by scaring them with scan results. They install on a computer without users noticing and then start showing notifications about supposed…

Drive by Exploit email – What you need to know

Drive by Exploit email is part of a spam campaign that extorts money
Drive by Exploit email or “Your computer was infected with my private malware” is a spam email that blackmails users into paying large sums of money. If you have received such an email, the scammer that sent it to you is likely claiming to have hacked your computer…

Remove GoogleCrashHandler.exe

What is GoogleCrashHandler.exe?
GoogleCrashHandler.exe is an executable file that belongs to Google Updater, which is a package management tool. It allows Google Chrome to automatically download and install updates. The file has not been supported since 2011, so if you find it on your computer, it is possible that you are dealing with a harmful file that is using GoogleCrashHandler.exe name in order…

Cybersecurity news headlines for 1-30 November, 2019

November’s edition of cybersecurity news headlines is a short one. We have just three stories to report on. Hours after the much anticipated streaming service Disney+ launched, accounts were already for sale of hacking forums. Smartphone manufacturer OnePlus and telecommunications giant T-Mobile both disclose data breaches, which exposed some of users’ personal information.

In no particular order, here’s what made the…

How to remove Offers By Context pop-up ads

What are Offers By Context pop-up ads?
If you are wondering why you keep encountering Offers By Context pop-up ads all of a sudden, you should know that adware has affected your device. Though not as serious as malware or ransomware, ad-supported apps can be quite bothersome as well. They were designed for the purpose of earning revenue through advertising, which is…

Remove Flvto Youtube Downloader

Flvto Youtube Downloader is a potentially unwanted program
Flvto Youtube Downloader is an application for downloading and converting YouTube videos, but is classified as an adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP) due to its behavior. The application can be downloaded from various download sites, the Google store, etc. Despite the fact that it may be distributed via legitimate ways, it can…