Step-by-Step Malware Removal Instructions

Net Wiz is a rogue application that falsely claims to save time and money by delivering coupons and providing notifications of special deals/discounts available on various online shops. This functionality might appear legitimate and useful, however, Net Wiz often infiltrates systems without consen

"Enter a product key" is a false error stating that the Windows copy is not activated. The user is asked to enter a genuine Windows activation key or call "Customer Support" via a telephone number provided (+1-888-414-4284). Unlike other similar fake error messages, this particular one also deliv

Crysis is ransomware-type malware mostly proliferated using deceptive e-mail messages containing infectious attachments and fake software updates (Java, Flash player, etc.) After successful system infiltration, virus-encoder encrypts files stored computers, and depending on the variant, adds:  .w

CreateDocsOnline is a rogue application that supposedly provides MS Office features via a web browser. Judging on appearance alone, CreateDocsOnline might appear legitimate and useful, however, this app usually infiltrates systems without permission. Furthermore, it modifies web browser settings

"Your Internet Connection Is Temporarily Suspended" is a fake pop-up error message displayed by a malicious website that users visit inadvertently - they are redirected by various potentially unwanted programs (PUPs). These applications often infiltrate systems without consent (the "bundling" m

The findwide virus is a potentially unwanted application that modifies Internet browser (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) settings by assigning the homepage and default search engine fields to search.findwide.com. Commonly, computer users install the Findwide toolbar without

PadCrypt is a ransomware distributed via spam emails. On initial inspection, the attached infected file looks like a PDF, however, it is a zip archive. Once infiltrated, PadCrypt encrypts various files (photos, videos, etc.) using the AES-256 encryption algorithm. It adds .padcrypt extension to t

Search Anonymo is a deceptive application that supposedly allows users to stealthily browse the Internet, hiding their location and other private details. Judging on appearance alone, Search Anonymo may appear legitimate and useful, however, this app is categorized as a potentially unwanted progra

Identical to initialsite123.com, initialpage123.com, and many other sites, searchesspace.com is a fake Internet search engine that supposedly enhances the browsing experience by generating improved results. Judging on appearance alone, searchesspace.com may seem legitimate and useful, however, th

Salsa is a ransomware-type virus that stealthily infiltrates systems and encrypts various files. In addition, it appends the ".salsa222" extension to the name of each encrypted file (for example, "sample.jpg" is renamed to "sample.jpg.salsa222"). Salsa changes the desktop wallpaper and creates a