FileOpener
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| Ranking: | 5,450 |
| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 8,168 |
| First Seen: | May 13, 2015 |
| Last Seen: | September 10, 2023 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The FileOpener program is advertised as a toolbar for your Internet browser that can open any file when you drag and drop it. However, you might want to avoid installing the FileOpener program because it is ad-supported, and you should expect banners, pop-up windows and sponsored links to flood your browser. Security researchers perceive the FileOpener app as a Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP) with adware functionality. The FileOpener program can be seen listed under the 'Advanced' or the 'Custom' option of freeware packages and can be downloaded from App-bliss.com/3220908375. Users should note that the FileOpener program writes and entry in Windows to ensure that it can download upgrades and fixes automatically. Security researchers underline that the FileOpener app may install the InstallCore platform and introduce adware on your PC. The adware related to FileOpener includes FoxTab VideoConverter and Adpeak that can show pop-under windows and insert in-text commercials on every page you visit. Additionally, the FileOpener program uses web beacons, pixels, and tracking cookies to record your search keywords and Internet history, and that information helps affiliate advertisers push related ads in your browser. Security researchers add that the FileOpener app does not have a valid digital certificate, and it can connect to the Internet via insecure channels that can be compromised. Computer users may wish to remove all components of the FileOpener program by using a reliable anti-spyware instrument.
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SpyHunter Detects & Remove FileOpener
Registry Details
Directories
FileOpener may create the following directory or directories:
| %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\FileOpener |
| %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Start Menu\Programs\FileOpener |
| %APPDATA%\FileOpener Packages |
| %APPDATA%\FileOpenerWindows |
| %APPDATA%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\FileOpener |
| %APPDATA%\WindowsFileOpener |
| %PROGRAMFILES%\Tweaks\FileOpener |
| %PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\Tweaks\FileOpener |
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