Adware

FractionData is an adware-type application with browser hijacker characteristics that targets Mac users. Once installed, it delivers intrusive advertisements and redirects browser search queries to generate advertising revenue. It often presents itself as a legitimate and useful application, tricking users into downloading and installing it. However, its advertised functionality is rarely operational. Once installed on a Mac, FractionData hijacks the browser homepage and search engine, displaying unwanted advertisements not originating from the sites users are browsing. It uses a browser extension or program to redirect browser search queries through FractionData Search, which then redirects to search result pages from search.yahoo.com. This is likely done to generate advertising revenue by using Yahoo Search for its search results. FractionData also opens new tabs in the browser that display advertisements trying to sell software, push fake software updates, and tech support scams. It can significantly degrade and slow down the system, making changes to browser settings to illegally promote fake search engines. This adware also collects personal information, putting user privacy at risk.

ValidBoost is a potentially unwanted application (PUA) that targets Mac computers, functioning as both adware and a browser hijacker. Its primary purpose is to serve advertisements and promote the address of a fake search engine by altering browser settings. ValidBoost is considered a Mac virus due to its intrusive behavior, which can degrade computer performance and pose privacy risks. Once installed, ValidBoost can significantly disrupt the user experience on a Mac by: displaying excessive pop-up ads, banners, and coupons that may lead to questionable websites; hijacking the main web browser to change the homepage and default search engine settings; potentially stealing personal information and bringing other threats to the system; causing persistent browser redirects and unwanted downloads or installations by clicking on ads. It is important to note that all associated files of ValidBoost must be removed to prevent it from returning to the Mac. Users are advised to be vigilant and take immediate action to eliminate ValidBoost to stop all the disruptive ads, pop-ups, and redirections it causes.

Deepconnection.co.in is a deceptive website that uses clickbait tactics and browser notification spam to mislead users and deliver unwanted ads. The site often appears unintentionally to users, typically through unreliable ads or pages, such as torrent sites or illegal streaming platforms. Sometimes, adware-type apps installed on a user's device can also open pages like deepconnection.co.in. Deepconnection.co.in exploits browser notifications by tricking users into enabling them under the guise of a captcha verification or other misleading prompts. Once permission is granted, the site sends intrusive and potentially malicious ads directly to the user's desktop or device, bypassing pop-up blockers and other browser security measures. Deepconnection.co.in can affect any browser that supports push notifications, including popular ones like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Safari. It is not limited to a specific operating system and can therefore impact users on Windows, macOS, and Linux, as well as mobile devices running iOS or Android.

ElementaryType is an adware-type application with browser hijacker characteristics. It belongs to the Adload malware family and is specifically designed to target Mac users. This piece of rogue software operates by running intrusive advertisement campaigns and making unauthorized modifications to browser settings. It is also known to collect browsing-related data, which can include sensitive information. Once ElementaryType is installed on a Mac, it can cause a variety of issues. The most noticeable impact is the delivery of intrusive advertisements, including pop-ups, banners, coupons, and surveys. These ads overlay web page content and reduce browsing speed. Furthermore, when clicked, these intrusive ads can redirect users to various untrusted or malicious sites. ElementaryType can also make unauthorized changes to browser settings, which can lead to further issues. For example, it can change your start page, your search engine, or even fiddle with the shortcuts on your computer that open your browsers. Another significant concern is that ElementaryType, like most adware-type apps and browser hijackers, collects browsing-related information. This data can include sensitive information such as browsing and search history, which can then be used to deliver personalized advertisements.

Thegravehthh.info is a deceptive website that exploits browser push notifications to inundate users with intrusive spam advertisements. It falls under the category of potentially unwanted programs (PUPs) and browser hijackers. The site tricks visitors into enabling push notifications using fake system warnings and alerts. For instance, it may display a fake notification claiming your browser is “out of date” and you need to “allow notifications” to update it. However, enabling notifications does nothing to update your browser. Instead, it gives Thegravehthh.info permission to send push notification spam directly to your desktop or mobile device. By duping users into granting push notification approval, Thegravehthh.info completely bypasses browser pop-up blockers and directly inundates devices on a system-wide scale. The malicious pop-ups are intrusive and challenging to close, with some using alarming language to persuade users to click through and potentially install malware. Thegravehthh.info can infect any device that uses a web browser, including desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. It affects multiple browsers, including Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Safari.

Discoverpcpotential.com is a rogue webpage that endorses online scams and spam browser notifications, and can redirect users to different, potentially untrustworthy or harmful websites. It is categorized as a browser hijacker and is known for its intrusive behavior, such as displaying unwanted ads and pop-ups, and slowing down internet browsing speed. Discoverpcpotential.com exploits browser notifications to spam users with ads that promote online scams, unreliable or dangerous software, and even malware. It tricks visitors into enabling push notifications using fake age or robot verification. For instance, it may show a bogus notification stating "If you are 18+ Click The Allow Button", "Click Allow to play the video" or "Click Allow To Verify That You Are Not A Robot". Once activated, Discoverpcpotential.com persistently bombards your device with inappropriate pop-up ads, even when your browser is closed. Discoverpcpotential.com can affect any device with a web browser that supports push notifications. This includes popular browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, and Microsoft Edge. It can infect devices running on various operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.

PublicConsoleSearch is a type of software categorized as adware and a browser hijacker. It is designed to display advertisements and sometimes alter browser settings. This application is often distributed by disguising its installer as the installer for Adobe Flash Player, tricking users into downloading and installing it unknowingly. This deceptive method of distribution is why PublicConsoleSearch and similar apps are referred to as potentially unwanted applications (PUAs). Adware-type applications typically display banners, coupons, pop-up ads, surveys, and other forms of advertisements. These ads often cover content on opened websites and can be annoying or disturbing. In some cases, they are used to distribute unwanted applications by running certain scripts that can cause unwanted downloads and installations. PublicConsoleSearch is also designed to collect information about its users. The data collected can include browsing history and user information, which can be sold to third parties.

Identification.app is an application that has been identified as adware, a type of malicious software that displays unwanted advertisements on your device, often in the form of pop-ups or banners. This application is part of the Pirrit adware family. Adware is designed to generate revenue for its developers by feeding users with unwanted and potentially dangerous ads. This third-party graphical content is displayed on visited websites and/or other interfaces. Identification.app adware is a threat to device/user safety. Even if it does not deliver adverts, it remains a threat because adware-displayed ads can be potentially dangerous. Adware's main intended victims are individuals, as opposed to businesses. It follows the individual user across any path of opportunity—from Windows PCs and Macs, to mobile phones, and virtually all browsers. If your computer is already infected with Identification.app, it is recommended to run a scan with an antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware. There are also manual processes you can use to root out adware, but it's usually easier and safer to use an adware removal tool, which can recognize adware and remove it without risking the deletion of legitimate files.