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What is Advance PC Solutions?

The Advance PC Solutions download page presents this software as a system optimizer that cleans unwanted files to enhance computer performance.

In fact, the program is categorized as a potentially unwanted application (PUA), since developers promote it by bundling it into the set-ups of other software. Generally, people download and install these bundled programs/applications unintentionally.

What kind of malware is .exe ransomware?

Discovered by GrujaRS, .exe is a ransomware-type infection from the Xorist ransomware family. The purpose of this ransomware is to encrypt stored data and make ransom demands. During encryption, .exe appends each filename with the ".exe" extension (hence its name). For example, "sample.jpg" is renamed to "sample.jpg.exe".

Note, however, that ".exe" is a genuine extension representing Windows operating system executable files. Therefore, this ransomware is likely to use this extension to disguise rogue or corrupted files. Encrypted files immediately become unusable, despite the format indicated by the extension.

Once encryption is complete, the .exe file opens a pop-up window, changes the desktop wallpaper, and stores the "HOW-TO-DECRYPT-FILES.HTM" file on the desktop.

What is pushmobilenews[.]com?

Similar to renropsitto.info, ticeroftertal.info, pushnews.online, and many others, pushmobilenews[.]com is a rogue website designed to cause unwanted redirects and display dubious content. Generally, users visit websites of this type inadvertently - they are redirected by potentially unwanted applications (PUAs) or intrusive ads clicked on other dubious sites.

PUAs typically infiltrate computers without permission and, as well as causing redirects, record personal information and deliver intrusive advertisements.

What is Your Television Now Pro?

Your Television Now Pro is one of many potentially unwanted applications (PUAs). In this case, it promotes a fake search engine (search.hyourtelevisionnowpro.com) by making changes to browser settings. This is a browser hijacker, however, it is advertised as an app that allows users to access various TV streaming web pages. Typically, PUAs also record data.

What is Access ransomware?

Belonging to the Djvu ransomware family, Access is a high-risk infection that stealthily infiltrates computers and encrypts most stored files. During the procedure, Access appends each filename with the ".access" extension (e.g., "sample.jpg" becomes "sample.jpg.access").

Encrypted data immediately becomes unusable. Additionally, Access generates a text file called "_readme.txt" and stores copies in most existing folders.

What is TaskFresh?

Many people download and install the TaskFresh application unintentionally. This app supposedly makes access to favorite search engines easier.

In fact, TaskFresh specifically promotes Yahoo (search.yahoo.com). This application is advertised as legitimate and useful, however, TaskFresh is a potentially unwanted app (PUA) categorized as adware. It is likely to collect information relating to users' browsing habits and display intrusive ads.

What is search.cubokit.com?

By claiming to generate the most relevant search results, search.cubokit.com often tricks users into believing that it is a legitimate Internet search engine.

Be aware, however, that developers promote this site via dubious app installation set-ups designed to modify Internet browser settings. In addition, search.cubokit.com causes unwanted browser redirects and gathers various data relating to users' web browsing activity.

What is Ndarod?

Ndarod is one of many ransomware-type infections that belong to the Djvu ransomware family. As with most infections from this family, Ndarod was first discovered by Michael Gillespie. Following successful infiltration, Ndarod encrypts stored data, rendering it unusable.

Additionally, Ndarod appends filenames with the ".ndarod" extension (hence its name). For example, "1.jpg" becomes "1.jpg.ndarod". Following successful encryption, Ndarod generates a text file ("_readme.txt") and stores copies in all existing folders.

What is Mac Magician?

Mac Magician is presented as software that keeps Mac computers clean and secure. It is advertised as a 'system maintenance and security tool' that scans and boosts systems by removing junk/residual files and other unwanted items. In fact, this software is categorized as a potentially unwanted application (PUA).

Many people download and install PUAs unintentionally, since developers deceptively bundle them into set-ups of other, regular software. Therefore, do not trust PUAs or use them.

What is "HARDDISK_ROOT KIT_TROJAN_HIJACK.EXE"?

"HARDDISK_ROOT KIT_TROJAN_HIJACK.EXE" is a tech-support scam that displays a fake virus alert and encourages users to contact "technical support" by calling the telephone number provided. Criminals use these scam pages to generate revenue by tricking people into paying for software or services.

These sites are often opened by potentially unwanted applications (PUAs) installed on the system. Do not trust these websites - simply ignore them.