Toolbars&Hijackers

BosTaurus is identified as a malicious browser extension that can take control of a user's browser to inject advertisements, redirect searches, and modify browser settings without consent. It is considered a browser hijacker due to its ability to alter browser behavior and redirect user searches to generate revenue for its creators. Once installed, BosTaurus can change the default search engine of the browser to a different one, often a shady third-party search engine that redirects queries through its system. This redirection is used to generate advertising revenue for the extension's creators through affiliate marketing schemes. BosTaurus primarily targets popular web browsers such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Apple Safari. It uses the Managed by your organization policy, particularly in Chrome and Edge, to make it more difficult for users to remove the extension. Users are advised to exercise caution when installing software and to use security software to detect and remove such unwanted applications.

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.

AltocumulusStratiformis is a malicious browser hijacker designed to inject advertisements and redirect searches without user consent. It is a browser extension that can infect web browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge. Once installed, it can be difficult to uninstall due to its Managed by your organization policy that prevents easy removal. When your browser is infected with the AltocumulusStratiformis hijacker, you may notice unwanted ads on websites, links redirecting to unfamiliar sites, and your search engine queries going through shady third-party engines rather than your preferred search engine. It can also change your default search engine in browsers like Microsoft Edge. Removing AltocumulusStratiformis can be a complex process that requires advanced IT skills. It is recommended to use professional automatic malware removal tools like SpyHunter or Malwarebytes to get rid of it.

AccessibleSearchEngine is a potentially unwanted application (PUA) that falls under the category of browser hijackers. It is designed to promote a fake search engine, typically search.operativeeng.com, by altering the settings of your browser. This software operates by running intrusive advertisement campaigns and promoting fake search engines through modifications to browser settings. It also likely has data tracking abilities. It's important to note that the removal of the AccessibleSearchEngine app is crucial before you can remove the search.operativeeng.com address from your browser settings. It's important to be cautious when installing new software and to always opt for the custom installation to avoid inadvertently installing unwanted software. If your Mac is infected with AccessibleSearchEngine, follow the steps outlined below to remove it and restore your browser settings.

Search Soar USA is a browser hijacker that alters the default settings of a web browser, including the search engine, homepage, and new tab page, setting them to searchsoarusa.com. This application is often added to browsers without the user's awareness, leading to browser hijacking. The supposed functionality of Search Soar USA is to improve the browsing experience, but in reality, it manipulates internet browser settings and forces users to visit the hijacker's website and use their search engines. Upon infection, Search Soar USA sets the default search engine, homepage, and new tab page to searchsoarusa.com. When a user enters a search query, searchsoarusa.com automatically redirects the user to google.com. Despite displaying search results generated by the Google search engine, searchsoarusa.com is considered a fake search engine. Search Soar USA can infect popular browsers such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, and Microsoft Edge.

Dark Home is a browser extension that promises to display "dark aesthetic" browser wallpapers and motivational/inspirational quotes. However, it is classified as a browser hijacker due to its behavior of altering browser settings to promote the search.dark-home-page.com fake search engine. When the Dark Home extension is installed, web searches performed via the URL bar and new browser tabs/windows opened result in redirects to the search.dark-home-page.com page. This search engine redirects to the Bing search engine (bing.com), but it could lead elsewhere, as factors like user geolocation may impact redirects. Dark Home is a browser extension and can potentially affect any browser. Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge could be susceptible to this browser hijacker. To remove Dark Home, users can use quality antimalware program, and reset their browser settings.

DodoIneptus is a malicious browser extension that presents itself as a useful tool to change homepage options, claiming to offer seamless browsing experiences to users. However, it operates by modifying settings within your web browser without your permission, such as altering the default search engine and taking over the new tab's homepage, redirecting it to its own. DodoIneptus is harmful because it collects user data without explicit consent and monetizes it by selling it to advertising networks, resulting in intrusive targeted ads. This can slow down browsing and expose users to potential threats. DodoIneptus is classified as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) due to its data extraction without user consent and the risks or annoyances it poses to users. If you suspect that your computer is infected with DodoIneptus, you should take steps below to remove it as soon as possible.

Web Comic Tab is a browser extension that changes the homepage of your browser and the page shown when you click on the New Tab button. It presents itself as a benign provider of homepage wallpapers. However, it is classified as a browser hijacker due to its behavior of altering specific browser settings to promote its associated website, webcomictab.com. Web Comic Tab promotes webcomictab.com by setting it as the default search engine, homepage, and new tab page. As a result, every time users open their browser or conduct a search, they are redirected to webcomictab.com. However, webcomictab.com is a fake search engine since it redirects users to google.com rather than generating its own search results. Web Comic Tab is a browser extension and can potentially infect any browser where it is installed (Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Edge) on Windows or Mac.