Developed by Mindspark Interactive Network, PDFConverterHQ is a dubious browser extension claiming to allow users to convert various files (for example, .DOC) to .PDF. Initially, this functionality may seem legitimate, however, PDFConverterHQ often infiltrates systems without users’ permission, hi
Open Hardware Monitor is an open-source application allowing users to monitor computer temperature, fan speeds, voltages, load and clock speeds, etc. Note that this application is legitimate, however, cyber criminals have managed to modify the source code to continually generate intrusive online a
Locker is a ransomware infection that infiltrates computers through various files downloaded from the Internet (relating to fake Flash players and cracked versions of computer games including TeamExtreme Minecraft). After successful infiltration, this malware encrypts user files and demands a rans
Homeland Security (National Cyber Security Department) message, "THIS COMPUTER HAS BEEN BLOCKED", demands payment of a $300 fine for alleged law violations. This is a scam, a ransomware infection, which should not be trusted. PC users should be aware that The Department of Homeland Security is no
Searchtudo.com is a deceptive website that claims to be an Internet search engine. On initial inspection, searchtudo.com may seem legitimate, however, this website is promoted using deceptive software 'installers' that stealthily modify web browser settings. Furthermore, searchtudo.com stealthily
Created by IZABELCOIN Ltd, the CPU Miner (or 'CpuMiner') application is used for mining Bitcoins and distributed using a deceptive marketing method called 'bundling' to install on browsers without users' consent. Therefore, this application is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP).
TranslationBuddy is a browser toolbar that supposedly provides users with text-translation functionality. Although this functionality may seem legitimate, be aware, TranslationBuddy is classed as a potentially unwanted browser-hijacking program (PUP). One of the main reasons for this negative ass
TrendingNewTab is a dubious browser extension that supposedly provides users with the latest celebrity gossip. On initial inspection, this functionality may seem legitimate, however, TrendingNewTab usually infiltrates systems without users’ permission. Furthermore, this add-on hijacks web browser
Sale Planet is adware that falsely claims to improve the web browsing experience - "We're passionate about improving web by providing the best tools to enhance the browsing experience, from searching the web to comparing online deals to find the best prices. We've combined all of our great ideas
MixVideoPlayer is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that claims to allow users to mix various videos (sourced from YouTube, the local hard drive, and other streaming video websites) within a playlist. Applications such as this often seem legitimate and useful, however, MixVideoPlayer is conside