How to remove software force-opening the vigilated.space website?

What is the vigilated[.]space site?

Vigilated[.]space is a rogue website sharing many similarities with notify.tk, allhugenewz.com, videoplayernow.com, and countless others. This page operates by loading questionable content and/or redirecting visitors to other sites (possibly malicious ones).

Users rarely enter rogue webpages intentionally. Most get redirected to them by intrusive adverts or installed PUAs (Potentially Unwanted Applications). Unwanted apps can infiltrate systems without explicit permission; hence, users may be unaware of their presence.

Vigilated[.]space in detail

The behavior of rogue sites is determined by their visitors' geolocations, and vigilated[.]space is not an exception to this. The webpages learn this information by checking users' IP (Internet Protocol) addresses.

Therefore, whether visitors are presented with dubious material and/or redirected elsewhere - depends on their geolocations. While sites like vigilated[.]space may redirect to legitimate pages, they more often endorse unreliable and untrustworthy websites.

Furthermore, most rogue webpages use clickbait, fake CAPTCHA verification, or other deceptive statements/content to trick users into allowing their browser notifications. This also applies to vigilated[.]space, and should its notifications be enabled - it will begin delivering intrusive advertisement campaigns.

The displayed ads are misleading, deceptive, and may even be dangerous. Intrusive adverts promote untrustworthy/malicious websites, and some can infiltrate software into systems (e.g., PUAs) - when they are clicked on.

How do potentially unwanted applications operate?

PUAs can have a variety of heinous abilities, which can be in different combinations. These apps can cause redirects and/or deliver intrusive advert campaigns. What is more, most PUAs can track data.

They record browsing activity (URLs visited, webpages viewed, search queries typed, etc.) and gather sensitive information extracted from it (IP addresses/ geolocations, personally identifiable details, etc.). The collected data is then shared with and/or sold to third-parties (potentially, cyber criminals).

To summarize, the presence of unwanted software on devices can lead to system infections, severe privacy issues, financial losses, and even identity theft. It is crucial to remove all suspicious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins immediately upon detection.

Threat Summary:

Name	vigilated.space pop-up
Threat Type	Push notifications ads, Unwanted ads, Pop-up ads
Detection Names	Avira (no cloud) (Malware), CyRadar (Malicious), Fortinet (Malware), Sophos (Malware), Full List Of Detections (VirusTotal)
Observed Domains	xdxuzw.vigilated[.]space; wguaj.vigilated[.]space; juetk.vigilated[.]space; znbzn.vigilated[.]space; czlza.vigilated[.]space; cpwfh.vigilated[.]space; wgvcg.vigilated[.]space; jsann.vigilated[.]space; tuqdl.vigilated[.]space; mkzvo.vigilated[.]space; okslm.vigilated[.]space; lpqci.vigilated[.]space; zeimd.vigilated[.]space; lbubq.vigilated[.]space; nkslp.vigilated[.]space; etc.
Symptoms	Seeing advertisements not originating from the sites you are browsing. Intrusive pop-up ads. Decreased Internet browsing speed.
Distribution Methods	Deceptive pop-up ads, potentially unwanted applications (adware)
Damage	Decreased computer performance, browser tracking - privacy issues, possible additional malware infections.
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Potentially unwanted applications in general

PUAs usually appear legitimate and harmless. Users are enticed into download/installation with offers of various "handy" and "advantageous" functionalities. However, the advertised features are seldom operational. The sole purpose of unwanted apps is to generate revenue at user expense.

Therefore, instead of delivering on any promises, PUAs can force-open webpages, run intrusive ad campaigns, and collect private information.

How did adware install on my computer?

PUAs are distributed via downloaders/installers of other programs. This false marketing technique of packing ordinary software with unwanted or malicious additions - is called "bundling". By rushing download/installation processes (e.g., skipping steps, using "Easy/Express" settings, etc.) - users risk allowing bundled content into their devices.

Intrusive adverts are also used to spread PUAs. Upon being clicked, the ads can execute scripts to make stealthy downloads/installations. PUAs may also have "official" promotional sites from which they can be downloaded and/or purchased.

How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?

It is highly recommended to research software prior to download/installation and/or purchase. Additionally, all downloads must be performed from official and verified sources. Untrustworthy download channels, e.g., unofficial and free file-hosting websites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, and other third-party downloaders - commonly offer deceptive and bundled content.

When downloading/installing, it is important to read terms, explore all available options, use the "Custom/Advanced" settings, and opt-out from supplementary apps, tools, features, and other additions.

Intrusive advertisements appear legitimate and innocuous; however, they redirect to various unreliable and questionable sites (e.g., gambling, adult-dating, pornography, etc.).

Should users experience ads and/or redirects of this type, they must check their devices and immediately remove all suspect applications and browser extensions/plug-ins detected. If your computer is already infected with rogue applications, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.

Screenshots of ads delivered by the vigilated[.]space site:

Appearance of the vigilated[.]space website (GIF):

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Quick menu:

• What is vigilated.space pop-up?
• STEP 1. Remove spam notifications from Google Chrome
• STEP 2. Remove spam notifications from Google Chrome (Android)
• STEP 3. Remove spam notifications from Mozilla Firefox
• STEP 4. Remove spam notifications from Microsoft Edge
• STEP 5. Remove spam notifications from Safari (macOS)

Disable unwanted browser notifications:

Video showing how to disable web browser notifications:

Remove spam notifications from Google Chrome:

Click the Menu button (three dots) on the right upper corner of the screen and select "Settings". In the opened window select "Privacy and security", then click on "Site Settings" and choose "Notifications".

In the "Allowed to send notifications" list search for websites that you want to stop receiving notifications from. Click on the three dots icon near the website URL and click "Block" or "Remove" (if you click "Remove" and visit the malicious site once more, it will ask to enable notifications again).

Remove spam notifications from Google Chrome (Android):

Tap the Menu button (three dots) on the right upper corner of the screen and select "Settings". Scroll down, tap on "Site settings" and then "Notifications".

In the opened window, locate all suspicious URLs and tap on them one-by-one. Once the pop-up shows up, select either "Block" or "Remove" (if you tap "Remove" and visit the malicious site once more, it will ask to enable notifications again).

Remove spam notifications from Mozilla Firefox:

Click the Menu button (three bars) on the right upper corner of the screen. Select "Settings" and click on "Privacy & Security" in the toolbar on the left hand side of the screen. Scroll down to the "Permissions" section and click the "Settings" button next to "Notifications".

In the opened window, locate all suspicious URLs and block them using the drop-down menu or either remove them by clicking "Remove Website" at the bottom of the window (if you click "Remove Website" and visit the malicious site once more, it will ask to enable notifications again).

Remove spam notifications from Microsoft Edge:

Click the menu button (three dots) on the right upper corner of the Edge window and select "Settings". Click on "Cookies and site permissions" in the toolbar on the left hand side of the screen and select "Notifications".

Click three dots on the right hand side of each suspicious URL under "Allow" section and click "Block" or "Remove" (if you click "Remove" and visit the malicious site once more, it will ask to enable notifications again).

Remove spam notifications from Safari (macOS):

Click "Safari" button on the left upper corner of the screen and select "Preferences...". Select the "Websites" tab and then select "Notifications" section on the left pane.

Check for suspicious URLs and apply the "Deny" option using the drop-down menu or either remove them by clicking "Remove" at the bottom of the window (if you click "Remove" and visit the malicious site once more, it will ask to enable notifications again)

How to avoid browser notification spam?

Internet users should be very skeptical when being asked to allow notifications. While this is a useful feature that allows you to receive timely news from websites you like, deceptive marketers frequently abuse it.

Only allow notifications from websites that you fully trust. For added security - use an anti-malware application with a real-time web browsing monitor to block shady websites that tries to trick you into allowing spam notifications. We recommend using Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows.

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