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What is HooplaSearch?

HooplaSearch is a dubious browser add-on designed by SuperWeb LLC. Developers claim that HooplaSearch significantly improves the web search experience by enhancing search results, however, these false claims are merely attempts to trick users to install.

In fact, HooplaSearch is classed as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and adware. One of the main reasons for these negative associations is stealth infiltration - this app often infiltrates systems without users’ permission.

Following successful infiltration, HooplaSearch generates various intrusive online advertisements, tracks users' web browsing activity, and causes unwanted browser redirects.

What is zingload.com?

Zingload.com is a fake Internet search engine that falsely claims to enhance web browsing experience by generating the most relevant search results. These false claims often trick users into believing that zingload.com is a legitimate website. However, it is promoted using deceptive software, which stealthily modifies browser settings without user permission.

These untrustworthy products are classified as browser hijackers. Zingload.com has been observed being promoted by the Sogo DS browser hijacker.

Furthermore, both illegitimate search engines and browser hijackers typically track users' browsing activity and collect user/system information of interest. Due to the questionable techniques used to distribute browser hijackers, they are also deemed to be PUAs (Potentially Unwanted Applications).

What is goodasfound.com?

goodasfound.com is presented as legitimate software, however, it is a fake Internet search engine. Be aware that developers promote this site using deceptive installation set-ups designed to modify browser settings without users' permission. In addition, goodasfound.com continually tracks Internet browsing activity and generates dubious search results.

What is Stack Player?

Stack Player is a potentially unwanted program that supposedly allows users to watch online videos directly from their desktop - "The Stack Player is based on one simple but brilliant idea: an enjoyable online video viewing experience – without the browser!" Many users believe that this app is legitimate and useful, however, it is classed as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and adware.

There are three main reasons for these negative associations - stealth installation without users' consent, tracking of web browsing activity, and display of intrusive online advertisements.

What is GamesBlox?

GamesBlox is a deceptive application that supposedly allows users to play various addictive Flash games. On initial inspection, GamesBlox may seem legitimate and useful, however, this app is classed as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and adware.

One of the main reasons for these negative associations is stealth installation - GamesBlox usually infiltrates systems without users’ permission. Following successful infiltration, GamesBlox generates intrusive online advertisements and tracks Internet browsing activity.

What is yahoososo.com?

Yahoososo.com is another fake Internet search engine falsely claiming to generate the most relevant search results. Unfortunately, many users believe that this website is legitimate. For this reason, developers promote yahoososo.com via dubious software 'installers', which hijack web browsers.

Furthermore, this dubious site continually records various data relating to users' web browsing activity.

What is EasyHotspot?

Developers present EasyHotspot as a legitimate application allowing users to share their Internet connection via a 'hotspot'.

Although this functionality may seem useful, EasyHotspot infiltrates systems without users’ permission. In addition, EasyHotspot continually gathers various user/system information and displays intrusive online advertisements. For these reasons, EasyHotspot is classed as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

What is .trunCrypt?

.trunCrypt is an updated version of Vault ransomware. Both of these viruses encrypt victims' files. The previous version of this ransomware added a .vault file extension to encrypted files, however, .trunCrypt appends file names with the .trun extension. Cyber criminals distribute .trunCrypt using malicious Javascript files, which are spread via deceptive email messages.

After encrypting the files, .trunCrypt changes the desktop wallpaper with a message stating that the files have been encrypted.

What is Tide Search?

Tide Search is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that supposedly helps users to search the Internet by improving search results. On initial inspection, this application may seem legitimate and useful, however, Tide Search usually infiltrates systems without users’ permission.

In addition, this PUP continually gathers information relating to users' web browsing activity, generates intrusive online advertisements, and causes unwanted browser redirects. For these reasons, Tide Search is classed as adware.

What is Search Voyage?

Developed by SuperWeb LLC, Search Voyage is a dubious application that supposedly improves the web search experience - "With many scenic backgrounds, its like taking a virtual voyage while you search, all without ever packing your bags!" On initial inspection, this app may seem legitimate and useful, however, Search Voyage is classed as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and adware.

One of the main reasons for these negative associations is stealth installation - Search Voyage often infiltrates systems without users’ consent. Following successful infiltration, Search Voyage generates intrusive advertisements, causes unwanted browser redirects, and tracks users' web browsing activity.