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EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecard
EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards are assessment reports for different malware threats which have been collected and analyzed by our research team. EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards evaluate and rank threats using several metrics including real-world and potential risk factors, trends, frequency, prevalence, and persistence. EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards are updated regularly based on our research data and metrics and are useful for a wide range of computer users, from end users seeking solutions to remove malware from their systems to security experts analyzing threats.
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 8 |
| First Seen: | November 25, 2015 |
| Last Seen: | August 18, 2020 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The Golden Dock software may be offered to you as a browser plug-in that will optimize your new tab page and allow you to place shortcuts to your favorite websites. At first, users may be interested in installing the Golden Dock software but they should know that the infamous Yontoo LLC, the developer of Golden Dock, is responsible for adware, browser hijackers and riskware like Desktop Dock, PC Privacy Dock and Bubble Suite. Think carefully before installing the Golden Dock program. Security investigators recognize the Golden Dock app as an adware that may collect information such as your IP address, software configuration and browsing history without your knowledge. The Golden Dock adware might use an array of pop-up and pop-under windows to present users with promotional materials from less known online stores that may not be able to protect your privacy and credit card data as you may hope to. The Golden Dock adware may display coupons, discounts, and vouchers for defective equipment and machinery and clothing of poor quality. Moreover, the Golden Dock adware may use JavaScript to block ads on Amazon, eBay and Walmart, as well as prevent your browser from displaying them properly to incite users to shop on other e-commerce platforms.
The Golden Dock adware might invite users to install applications like Babsolution and ExtendedSetup because they are recommended by its sponsors. However, the applications mentioned before might crash your browser and decrease the overall performance of your computer. Security experts note that the Golden Dock adware is known to place an updater in the Common Files directory of Windows to enable its automatic updates and prevent third-party apps from interfering with its activities. The main executable of the Golden Dock adware might be located in the hidden ProgramData folder that adware developers prefer because some users may not know how to find hidden system folders. Also, the Golden Dock adware may use DOM storage data and Web beacons to personalize its commercials and show adult rated content. The Golden Dock may be dispersed with free software bundles, and you will need to install a credible anti-spyware tool to prevent others of its kind from finding their way into your system.
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