What is a Telegram virus
Telegram virus refers to infections and scams that are distributed via the Telegram instant messaging platform. Telegram is known as a private/secure messaging service because it automatically encrypts all messages and offers features like account self-destruct if users do not long in for a certain period of time. It is commonly used by journalists and other…
What is Shuz to me on the guz 333 virus
Shuz to me on the guz 333 virus refers to a potentially unwanted program (PUP) with adware and browser hijacker features. It’s a very annoying, albeit not a particularly dangerous infection. It will make changes to your browser settings and constantly show you a notification with the text “Shuz to me on the…
guce.yahoo.com is a website users trying to access Yahoo or its services sometimes get redirected to. Guce seems to be a consent mechanism related to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and targeted advertising. All Verizon Media platforms use it to obtain user consent for personalised ads. If users do not consent to it, they are shown regular non-personalised ads.…
What is Exe.io?
Exe.io is a potentially unwanted application that uses intrusive advertising techniques. Once the adware accesses your system, the unreliable domain starts inserting various adverts into the visited pages. It does not matter which web browsers the user prefers as the adware affects all of them. Although the app shows different fake ads, its main scam is “Your Norton Has Expired…
What is AnchorFree US Srdr
AnchorFree US Srdr is an error associated with the virtual private network (VPN) Hotspot Shield. Hotspot shield is a legitimate VPN program that allows users to browse more privately. However, it is a paid program that costs €7.99/month and offers only limited free features. The free version offers only 500MB daily data limit and has a…
About Yahoo Powered Ads
Yahoo Powered Ads refers to ads shown by a browser hijackers/adware that has set Yahoo as your homepage, new tabs and search engine. While Yahoo is a completely legitimate search engine, users have reported that they get redirected to the site whenever they try to perform a search. If this is happening and you do not recall settings…
What is Igfxtray?
Igfxtray is a legitimate process that belongs to Intel Corporation. It stands for Intel Graphics System Tray Helper Icon. It’s part of Graphics Media Accelerator Driver, and displays an icon that allows you to access Intel Graphics configuration. You likely noticed it running in your Task Manager and are now wondering what it is. It’s unlikely to cause any…
What is “Amazon Rewards Event” scam
“Amazon Rewards Event” scam refers to a scam that claims you have been selected to take part in a giveaway and have the opportunity to win a prize. These giveaway scams are very common and often use big company names like Amazon, Google and Facebook to lure people in. They usually claim that users are rewarded for…