Hijacker

An es.gomeo.es browser redirect or Gomeo virus will cause search result redirect on the affected computer. es.gomeo.es will modify system’s DNS settings and Hosts file that will result for browser to be redirected to web sites that may download potential threats on the PC. Gomeo virus also modifies Windows registry and disable security applications. This search engine redirect virus [...]

Internet Explorer Emergency Mode pop-up is an unusual Internet Explorer error that was identified as part of a fake anti-virus program. It will instantly appears while browsing the Internet and disguise as a legitimate error. It will pretend to be a warning page when trying to visit web sites. Instead of a warning on the page [...]

secprotection.com is a browser hijacker being dropped by a Trojan on computer to redirect web page and search result link of the affected system. secprotection.com was created and uploaded to promote fake security program Smart Security. Aside from annoying browser hijacking, a Trojan associated with it will alter system configuration that will disable access on [...]

“Attention! Your web page request has been cancelled.” is listed as one of browser hijacker that will be planted by rogue program Antivirus 7 on victims computer. This fake alert web page was intentionally designed to scare computer users on the status of the computer and will advise to activate the security software it is endorsing. The full [...]

Safe Internet Scanner is a fake online virus scanner uploaded and operated by rogue program developer as a means of promoting their products. Once web users is redirected to “Safe Internet Scanner” web page, it will simulate a virus scan and will display false detection to scare computer users.

windowsclick.com is a browser hijacker that will modify Internet browsers default home page settings. Users who got infected with a UACd.sys Trojan often redirected to windowsclick.com. Also search results links were even pointed to this website.