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PC Accelerate Pro is one of many unwanted optimization utilities that end up on users' systems without their consent. As a rule, the purpose of such programs is to impose fake problems being on your PC. It does so by randomly generating a list of pre-made errors and displays it to gullible users. Not knowing that PC Accelerate Pro cannot be trusted, most users fall into the trap and purchase the license offered by the developers. Yes, in order to fix the found problems, people have to buy the full version of PC Accelerate Pro. In fact, some legitimate programs also require the full version for using the capabilities, however, PC Accelerate Pro is not included in the list of trusted software for maintaining your system. This is why our advice is to avoid such apps installed on your PC. Better delete it and use trustworthy utilities like IObit Uninstaller.

Using a set of cryptographic algorithms, Assist Ransomware encrypts personal data and claims money for its decryption. This practice is highly-popular around ransomware infections as they make everything possible to leave no choice to desperate victims. Because of powerful ciphers applied by Assist, manual decryption becomes quite an arduous task. This is why cybercriminals offer to contact them via the team-assist002@pm.me e-mail address and receive further instructions. This information is listed inside of the note (ASSIST-README.txt) created after your data is locked completely. Not to mention that this version of ransomware encrypts files using the .assist extension. To illustrate, a file like 1.mp4 will get a new look of 1.mp4.assist after the encryption is done. As mentioned, the only possible method to get 100% decryption is with the help of ransomware developers, however, this is not the best option since they can fool you and do not give any software for restoring the data. We strongly insist on deleting Assist Ransomware from your computer to prevent further encryption, especially if you do not regret the lost data that much.

Developed for Mac, StandardBoost is an unwanted program having both adware and browser hijacker capabilities. These traits are clearly seen in the delivery of dubious ads and fake search engine that replaces your homepage. Such changes are hard to be categorized useful. For example, the new search engine applied by StandardBoost does not generate unique results, instead, it redirects search queries through other legitimate systems (Yahoo, Google, Bing, etc.). Browser hijackers and adware are also renowned for their data-tracking abilities. Simply said, if your system is controlled by one of these apps, chances are, data like passwords, IP-addresses, and geolocations can be collected and sold to third-party ventures. This is why there are serious reasons to remove StandarfBoost from your computer. Follow our guide below to learn how.

Using sneaky methods to acquire control of your browser, ManagerAnalog prompts the delivery of unwanted ads as well as fake search engine replacing your homepage. Based on this, it becomes clear that ManagerAnalog is classified as both adware and a browser hijacker targeting macOS. Such applications are unwanted and tend to deteriorate the user's experience by imposing loads of advertising content and unnecessary features. For example, ManagerAnalog can generate malicious or suspicious ads that lead to potentially dangerous resources. It also alters your default homepage with the new search engine. As a result of this, all of your queries will be redirected through a dubious engine saturated with unreliable data. Moreover, apps with such capabilities, are known for the collection of personal data. Simply said, information like passwords, IP-addresses, and geolocations used during the browsing session can be spied and gathered by fraudulent hands. To stop ManagerAnalog strolling around your PC, we have provided a full-blown guide to remove it below.

Silver Sparrow is a malicious piece designed and delivered to Mac-based systems. At the time of research, experts identified that Silver Sparrow acts as a backdoor program meant to distribute other types of malware. The virus takes over your PC giving full access to cybercriminals. Strangely enough, none of the investigation reports showed Silver Sparrow to be delivering the intended malware. Therefore, from this point time, it is quite hard to get what does the purpose of frauds stands by. Either way, it is a hundred percent virus, which exposes your data to third-party eyes. Also, it is noteworthy that Silver Sparrow exists in two versions: first targets solely Intel x86_64 system architectures, whilst the other spreads onto M1 ARM64 as well. In fact, there are other types of malware that follow the same goals - trojans are one of those using chain infections to spread malicious programs as well. All of the previously mentioned facts are just enough to make the removal of Silver Sparrow urgent. Follow our guide below to perform the deletion successfully.

According to recent forum reports, users are dealing with a new ransomware infection known as Bonsoir. This virus targets local networks (NAS, QNAP, Samba/SMB, Synology) encrypting the stored data with AES-CFB algorithms. The decryption of files is thereby offered inside of a text file called HOW-RECOVER-MY-FILES.txt. To elaborate on data encryption, we should mention that Bonsoir applies a one-word extension to each piece of data - .bonsoir. For example, if there was a file named 1.mp4 in your storage, it will change to 1.mp4.bonsoir as a result of infection. Developers of the virus claim their instructions to be the only solution towards restoring your files. One of the victims actually emptied his pockets and bought the decryption key imposed by extortionists. He, therefore, managed to recover his files with the provided key. Unfortunately, this method does not fit everybody because of the high amounts required by cybercriminals and the risk to be fooled by them. This is why our advice is to delete Bonsoir QNAP NAS Ransomware and try using legitimate utilities to access your data.

PC HelpSoft Driver Updater is presented as a helpful tool meant to improve computer performance by updating drivers. Unfortunately, its "useful" capacity is suspected to be suspicious, therefore, it is categorized as a Potentially Unwanted Program. Alike other similar programs that are trying to mimic the capabilities of leading software within PC optimization, PC HelpSoft Driver Updater cannot be trusted as claimed. Although it may provide correct information about outdated drivers and other useful features, there are many drawbacks that should suggest its urgent removal. First of all, an app like PC HelpSoft Driver Updater is usually installed against users' will. This means that your system has been intentionally invaded by unknown software. Then, most of its capabilities become available only after completing a purchase. Moreover, it might install certain entries in order to harden the process of uninstallation for inexperienced people.

Firesear.ch is an unwanted program categorized as a browser hijacker. The most obvious trait of it running on your PC is the assignment of Firesear.ch instead of your default search engine. In other words, once you enter a word in the search bar, the query will be redirected through Firesear.ch and other suspicious engines. Such changes are usually made to generate illegal traffic for revenue purposes. The appearance of the infected browser looks almost identical to the original one. The only thing changed is new icons allowing to access popular platforms (e.g. Amazon, Facebook, etc.). Also, you may spot the "Managed by your organization" text line in the browser menu, which is displayed in case your browser is accessed by third-party organizations. All of these changes entail no good purpose as browser hijackers can track your personal data and sell it to cybercriminals. To prevent this, we recommend you get rid of Firesear.ch as soon as possible. Our guide below will show precise steps to do so.