Threat Database Adware Franzy Shopping Deals Ads

Franzy Shopping Deals Ads

By GoldSparrow in Adware

Threat Scorecard

Threat Level: 80 % (High)
Infected Computers: 1
First Seen: August 10, 2015
Last Seen: May 16, 2020
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The Franzy Shopping Deals is another adware program with a misspelled name to appear a bit different from its kin. However, the Franzy Shopping Deals adware is not so different from its predecessors such as Discount Frenzy, SaleMaker and Shopping Deals. The Franzy Shopping Deals adware can be seen to travel embedded with freeware bundles under the 'Custom' or 'Advanced' option that user rarely explore. The Franzy Shopping Deals adware is a cross-compatible application and may show advertisements in Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, and Mozilla Firefox. The Franzy Shopping Deals adware may employ tracking cookies and read your browsing history in order to generate tailor-suited marketing content and invite you to click on its ads. The Franzy Shopping Deals adware application may insert several keys in your Windows registry to be listed as a startup program and protect its files from removal. Also, it may add a task in the Windows Task Scheduler to enable its automated updates that may contain third-party software like Koox System Optimizer and LiveSupport. The Franzy Shopping Deals adware may place its file in the hidden ProgramData folder to evade security scans and obstruct manual removal. Moreover, the Franzy Shopping Deals adware may feature links to harmful domains and suggest users to install rogue security tools like Advanced Defender and Files Secure. Security analysts note that the Franzy Shopping Deals adware may replace the native ads on Amazon and eBay with links to low-quality alternatives. The marketing content by Franzy Shopping Deals may be loaded on banners, pop-up and pop-under windows that might cover your browser surface. Computer users could use the help of a reputable anti-malware solution to clean their PC.

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