Mac Viruses

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.

GorillaBeringei is a malicious browser hijacker designed to inject advertisements and redirect searches without user consent. Once installed, it can be difficult to uninstall due to its Managed by your organization policy that prevents easy removal. This browser hijacker works by infecting web browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Apple Safari. After infection, users may notice unwanted ads on websites, links redirecting to unfamiliar sites, and search engine queries going through shady third-party engines rather than their preferred search engine. GorillaBeringei redirects your browser search queries, often leading to search.yahoo.com. This means that instead of using your preferred search engine, your queries are sent through Yahoo's search engine. This can be problematic as it can lead to privacy issues, unwanted advertisements, and potentially unsafe websites. The GorillaBeringei browser hijacker can infect a variety of popular web browsers, including Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Apple 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.

Containeret.com is a rogue website that promotes browser notification spam and can redirect users to other potentially dubious or malicious sites. It is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and a browser hijacker. The site tricks visitors into enabling push notifications through the use of fake system warnings and alerts. For example, it may display a fake notification claiming your browser is "out of date" and you need to "allow notifications" to update it. However, allowing notifications does nothing to update your browser. Instead, it gives Containeret.com permission to send push notification spam directly to your desktop or mobile device. Containeret.com exploits browser notifications by tricking users into enabling them. It uses fake CAPTCHA tests or system warnings to deceive users. For instance, it may display an image depicting robots, above which are instructions to – "Click 'Allow' if you are not a robot". This CAPTCHA test is fake; by completing it – visitors will enable containeret.com to display browser notifications. Containeret.com can infect any device or browser that supports push notifications. This includes popular browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, and Microsoft Edge.

Forgeart.top is a malicious site that tricks its visitors into giving it permission to display unwanted spam browser notifications by using a fake CAPTCHA. The website is used by cybercriminals to spread numerous malware and annoyances. It is most likely promoted by scammers who abuse the products' affiliate programs to acquire illegitimate commissions. Forgeart.top deceives users into enabling push notifications so it can spam devices with disruptive ads. The site uses fake browser errors that tell you to “Allow Notifications” to fix the problem. If enabled, Forgeart.top will bombard your system with annoying pop-up ads, even when your browser is closed. By tricking users into approving push notifications, Forgeart.top can completely bypass browser pop-up blockers and directly spam devices system-wide. Forgeart.top can affect a variety of browsers, including Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge. It uses the push notification window of these browsers to display different kinds of malicious ads. Once the user grants permission, Forgeart.top can send push notification spam directly to your desktop or mobile device.