GiftHulk Virus

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The GiftHulk Virus is not really a virus but a simple browser hijacker, often in the form of a Web browser toolbar that affects how the victim's Web browser works. The GiftHulk Virus is part of a threat called browser hijackers. As you can notice by their name, these kinds of infections take over the victim's Web browser, hijacking it in order to force the computer user to view certain websites and advertisements. The GiftHulk Virus infections often result in an inability to access legitimate search engines, instead being redirected to Search.gifthulk.com, the website associated with the GiftHulk Virus. This website will also appear as the victim's home page, default search engine and in pop-up windows. If symptoms of the GiftHulk Virus infection are present in your computer, ESG security analysts advise the use of a dedicated anti-malware solution and the immediate removal of any recently installed Web browser toolbars or extensions.

Common Sources of the GiftHulk Virus Infection

Most computer users install the GiftHulk Virus themselves without being aware of what they are doing. Typically, the GiftHulk Virus is distributed as a Web browser toolbar or extension offering easy access to online deals or search results. However, its true purpose is actually to expose the victim to as many advertisements and sponsored links as possible. To do this, the GiftHulk Virus may change the victim's default search engine, home page and new tab website. The GiftHulk Virus may also cause the infected Web browser to exhibit windows that pops up and reroute the victim's traffic so that it will be redirected to websites associated with the GiftHulk Virus instead. Computer users may also end up downloading and installing the GiftHulk Virus after downloading a popular file through a torrent or as an effect of another PC infection on their computer.

Since most the GiftHulk Virus infections are the result of downloading and installing low quality shareware or freeware, computer users can prevent the GiftHulk Virus infections by only downloading software from reputable sources. It is important to install all software paying full attention to the installation process to ensure that other components are not being installed. It is also advisable to use a strong anti-malware program at all times.