Step-by-Step Malware Removal Instructions

DownloaderPro Adware
Adware

DownloaderPro Adware

DownloaderPro is a deceptive application similar to AppTrailers. According to the developers, this app allows users to watch and download YouTube videos. This functionality may appear legitimate and useful, however, DownloaderPro is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

Jp.salbin.com Redirect
Browser Hijacker

Jp.salbin.com Redirect

According to the developers, jp.salbin.com is an improved Internet search engine that significantly enhances the Internet browsing experience by generating improved search results. Initially, this site may appear legitimate and useful, however, jp.salbin.com continually tracks users' Internet bro

Maktub Locker Ransomware
Ransomware

Maktub Locker Ransomware

Maktub is ransomware distributed via zipped Word documents. Once the file is extracted and opened, Maktub infiltrates the system and encrypts files stored on the victim's computer. Maktub ransomware adds a .NORV, .gyul (or other random) extension to each file encrypted, thus, making it straightfor

FlightSearch Toolbar
Browser Hijacker

FlightSearch Toolbar

FlightSearch is a deceptive browser toolbar that claims to allow users to monitor flight schedules and statuses. Initially, FlightSearch may seem legitimate and useful, however, this toolbar is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and a browser hijacker. There are three main reason

UnitConverter Adware
Adware

UnitConverter Adware

UnitConverter is a deceptive application that claims to allow conversion of various units of measurement. On initial inspection, UnitConverter may seem legitimate and useful, however, this app often infiltrates systems without users' consent. Furthermore, UnitConverter delivers intrusive online a

CIA Special Agent Scam
Ransomware

CIA Special Agent Scam

"CIA Special Agent" is a screen-locking virus discovered by Pieter Arntz. Cyber criminals responsible for the development of "CIA Special Agent" have previously released two other similar viruses: 1) Your Windows Has Been Banned, and; 2) M4N1F3STO. "CIA Special Agent" malware infiltrates the syst

Tpoxa.com Redirect
Browser Hijacker

Tpoxa.com Redirect

tpoxa.com is a fake Internet search engine claiming to enhance the Internet browsing experience by generating improved search results. These claims often trick users into believing that tpoxa.com is legitimate and useful, however, developers promote this search engine via deceptive software downl

Locked-In Ransomware
Ransomware

Locked-In Ransomware

First discovered by Karsten Hahn, Locked-In is ransomware-type malware that encrypts files using AES-256 cryptography. During encryption, it appends filenames with a random extension. For instance, "sample.jpg" might be renamed to "sample.jpg.DGslk41gL" - the extension is always different. Follow

M4N1F3STO Ransomware
Ransomware

M4N1F3STO Ransomware

M4N1F3STO is a ransomware-type virus that locks the computer screen and then displays a ransom-demand message claiming that files are encrypted and will be deleted. Be aware that these claims are false. The message states that files have been encrypted and that only the M4N1F3STO developer i

PayDay Ransomware
Ransomware

PayDay Ransomware

PayDay is malware based on Hidden Tear (an open-source ransomware project). Following infiltration, PayDay encrypts files using AES cryptography. During encryption, PayDay renames files by appending the ".sexy" extension. For example, "sample.jpg" is renamed to "sample.jpg.sexy". Following succes