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FlexibleShopper

FlexibleShopper

Adware is intrusive, misleading and unreliable. These are the reasons you should not keep FlexibleShopper running on the Windows operating system either. Despite the fact that this program is represented as a shopping assistant at flexibleshopper.info, malware researchers at Anti-Spyware-101.com identify this as a worthless, undesirable and inexpedient application. Luckily, most computer users realize that they need to remove FlexibleShopper as soon as it initiates its activity. Unfortunately, the removal of this threat is not always simple. Read more »

Synolocker

On August 4, 2014, Sonology warned the user of NAS devices about the latest ransomware infection dubbed Synolocker. The issue has been reported to affect the NAS servers running the version DSM 4.3 or earlier. The Synolocker malware exploits a security vulnerability, which was fixed and patched in 2013. According to the latest analysis, Synolocker has no effect on the newest version DSM 5.0. Read more »

FlashCoupon

FlashCoupon

If you have installed a program called FlashCoupon on the system, unfortunately, you will start seeing various commercial advertisements very soon. The specialists of anti-spyware-101.com have done a research and found out that this piece of software is just a typical advertising supported application. It means that all of its promises to help you save money and time are worthless. Do not keep undesirable programs on the system because they will not do anything beneficial for you. Besides, they might even expose you to infections instead. Read more »

Zippy Zarp

Zippy Zarp

If you notice that various advertisements have started appearing on your screen, you should better check whether your computer is not infected with adware. Zippy Zarp is one of those undesirable programs that might have entered your system because it is very prevalent nowadays. If it happens that you detect this application on your computer, you should get rid of Zippy Zarp as soon as possible because it might cause serious security-related problems. Of course, this software does not seem harmful at first sight; however, you should know that it is definitely not worth keeping it on the system. Read more »

ZoneTrek

ZoneTrek

ZoneTrek is an application which many computer users believe to be authentic and useful. Unfortunately, this is not the case, and malware researchers recommend having it deleted. The application deserves the removal because it hides its true purpose, which is to promote third-party offers. In fact, the application has no other mission. Do not believe that it will help you find authentic saving deals or compare prices because it most likely will not. Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers warn that if you do not remove ZoneTrek, you potentially could face various virtual security risks. Read more »

AccountDocuments.zip

Cyber criminals have recently launched a new spam email attack aimed at deceiving the clients of Bank of America. AccountDocuments.zip is an archive file that is attached to the deceptive letter supposedly sent from Andrea Talbot (Andrea.Talbot@bofa.com). Bank of America, abbreviated BoA or BofA, is not related to the people responsible for the release of the fake message, and, if you have ever found a suspicious email letter in your box, you should ascertain whether you are the intended receiver. The email containing the attachment AccountDocuments.zip does not contain any links, but it is important to bear in mind that links, as well as file attachments, should not be click on in suspect email letters. Read more »

CheapMe

CheapMe

CheapMe is a program that is supposed to help you enjoy online shopping by providing you with special deals and offers. The program is promoted at cheapme.net and is bundled with third-party programs. In the case of the latter, you should be very attentive to the information provided to you by the installation wizard. You should review the license agreement and deselect boxes related to the installation of optional programs so that you can prevent system performance-related issues and other adverse consequences. In case you have already installed CheapMe, jump to the last section to learn how to remove it from the computer. Read more »

Rewin_Cinematic

Rewin_Cinematic

Are you seeing various commercial advertisements on different kinds of websites throughout the web? If so, you should know that it is worth checking whether your system does not contain Rewin_Cinematic or other advertising-supported application. These undesirable programs are mainly published in order to advertise products and services, drive traffic to different kinds of websites, and generate revenue for the creators. Rewin_Cinematic is not an exception, which is why it will display various ads on Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox browsers. Read more »

KeyPlayer

KeyPlayer

You can evade virtual security risks if you delete KeyPlayer from the operating system. Even though the application is presented as a reliable tool on keyplayr.com, malware researchers at Anti-Spyware-101.com suggest replacing it with more transparent and reliable software. Yes, the application does promise to help you move, watch and share videos; however, not many users realize that this program is also responsible for the flooding online advertisements. Chances are that these will be disabled as soon as you remove KeyPlayer. You may wonder why it is so important to remove these advertisements. Read more »

Comet Arcade

Comet Arcade

Comet Arcade is an application for the Windows operating system users. They install the program as a virtual game without realizing that different online advertisements and offers and bound to follow. If you do not check the Privacy Policy of this application, and you can find the document at comet-arcade.com, it is unlikely that you will know anything about the connection to third-party advertisers. Oblivion is the main reason computer users do not rush to remove Comet Arcade, and why they cannot figure out what is causing the avalanche of advertisements. Read more »