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CosstMinn Virus

What is CosstMinn?

Cosstminn is a rogue browser extension compatible with Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome. It offers a function that displays special deals and discounts when browsing Internet shopping websites. While this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that it is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

These associations are made due to a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' that is employed by cosstminn to install on Internet browsers without users' consent.

Bundling allows developers to stealthily distribute their applications together with other software, and therefore, users commonly infect their systems with cosstminn during download of free software from freeware download websites.

   
Obrona VPN Ads

What is Obrona VPN?

Created by Red Sky LLC, Obrona VPN claims to protect users' Internet connections by encrypting all data sent and received. It allows anonymous use of the Internet and provides users the freedom to access blocked content. 

While this functionality may seem legitimate, this app is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted application since it generates intrusive third party ads ('Ads by Obrona VPN' or 'Obrona VPN Deals') including, for example, banner, text, and pop-up advertisements. Clicking ads displayed by Obrona VPN can result in high-risk malware infections.

   
Ads by clicktosavings

What is clicktosavings?

Clicktosavings is a rogue browser extension claiming save time and money by enabling coupons and displaying special deals/discounts available within online shopping websites.

This functionality may seem legitimate and useful, however, Internet users should be aware that clicktosavings is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted program (PUP) since it employs a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional programs together with the chosen software) to install on Internet browsers without users' consent.

Following successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome, clicktosavings generates numerous intrusive online advertisements that are likely to cause high-risk adware or malware infections.

   
GoCheapR Ads

What is GoCheapR?

Created by Holomedia, GoCheapR is a rogue browser extension claiming to save time and money by enabling coupons, displaying special deals/discounts available within online shopping stores, and improving Internet search quality.

Although this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that GoCheapR is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) or adware. This association is made, since GoCheapR employs a deceptive marketing method called 'bundling' to install on Internet browsers.

Bundling allows developers to stealthily distribute their applications together with other software, and therefore, most users inadvertently install GoCheapR during download of free software from freeware download websites.

Following successful infiltration, GoCheapR generates various intrusive online advertisements (for example, in-text, pictures, links, etc.) that may cause high-risk adware or malware infections.

   
Ads by saveX

What is saveX?

SaveX is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) compatible with Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome. It promises to save time and money by displaying special deals/discounts and coupons when surfing online shopping stores such as eBay, Walmart, Amazon, etc.

While this functionality may seem useful and legitimate, be aware that saveX is categorized as a virus or malware. A deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' is employed by saveX to install on Internet browsers and is the main reason why these associations are made.

Bundling is a way to stealthily distribute applications together with other software, and therefore, most users infect their computers when downloading free software from freeware download websites.

   
Smartones adware

What is smartones?

Smartones is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) claiming to save time and money by displaying special deals/discounts and coupons on shopping websites such as Walmart, Amazon, eBay, and so on. Although this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that smartones is referred as malware or a virus.

These associations are made since this PUP employs a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' to install on Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) without users' permission.

Bundling is a way to stealthily distribute adware together with other software, and therefore, most users infect their computers with smartones when downloading free software from freeware download websites.

   
Ads by Discountlocator

What is Discountlocator?

Discountlocator is a rogue browser extension claiming to save time and money by displaying special deals, discounts, and coupons when browsing online shopping stores. It is compatible with Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome.

Although this extension may appear legitimate and useful, be aware that Discountlocator is considered to be a virus or malware since it employs a deceptive installation method called 'bundling' to infiltrate Internet browsers - this allows developers to stealthily distribute applications together with other software.

Therefore, most users inadvertently install Discountlocator during download of free software from freeware download websites.

   
Ads by CinemP+

What is CinemP+?

Created by Stampede Technologies, the CinemP+ browser plug-in claims to enhance users' YouTube experience by turning 'lights off' (enabling users to adjust computer screen lights) when watching online videos.

While some computer users may find this functionality useful, the CinemP+ add-on is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted application, since it infiltrates browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) using a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling'.

Computer users often install CinemP+ inadvertently without their consent when downloading free software.

   
Ciuvo Ads

What is Ciuvo?

The Ciuvo add-on is compatible with Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome. It claims to save time and money by displaying special deals/discounts and coupons when browsing online shopping websites. Although Ciuvo may seem to be a legitimate and useful browser extension, be aware that this application is often referred to as a virus or malware.

These associations are made due to a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' employed by Ciuvo to install on Internet browsers without users' permission. Bundling is a way to stealthily distribute applications together with other software, and for this reason, most infections are caused by reckless download of free software from freeware download websites.

   
Rcoupon Ads

What is Rcoupon?

Rcoupon is a rogue browser plug-in compatible with Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome. It promises to save time and money by displaying coupons and special deals/discounts when browsing online shopping websites such as Walmart, Amazon, eBay, and so on.

While this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that Rcoupon is considered to be a virus or malware since it employs a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' to install on Internet browsers without users' consent.

Bundling allows developers to stealthily distribute their applications together with the chosen software, and therefore, most users inadvertently install Rcoupon when downloading free software from freeware download websites.

   

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