Iconomize
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| Ranking: | 16,815 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 23 |
| First Seen: | June 2, 2015 |
| Last Seen: | July 20, 2023 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
Iconomize is a Potentially Unwanted Program, often abbreviated as a 'PUP.' PUPs like Iconomize may be used to generate money at the expense of inexperienced computer users, who are more susceptible to low-quality Web browser toolbars, adware and other PUPs. Iconomize may be installed as a Web browser extension, toolbar or add-on. Iconomize is promoted as a useful program that can allow computer users to access special online deals and shopping opportunities. However, PUPs like Iconomize may be responsible for numerous irritating symptoms and problems on an affected computer.
Iconomize may be distributed by bundling Iconomize with other software and Iconomize may be linked to other PUPs that are installed simultaneously. Iconomize is installed in a way that allows Iconomize to start up automatically when Windows starts up and run in the background undetected, consuming the affected computer's resources. Iconomize may insert advertisements into websites viewed on the affected Web browser. Iconomize may be linked to irritating banner advertisements and obtrusive pop-up messages and advertisements. Pop-up windows associated with Iconomize may promote known tactics such as technical support hoaxes and fake Web browser and software updates. These may be used to distribute additional PUPs or even threatening content. Iconomize is was also designed to insert affiliate codes into links and cause numerous irritating symptoms such as Web browser redirects and unwanted search results.
How Iconomize and Similar PUPs may Affect Your Computer
PUPs like Iconomize may drop numerous junk files on the affected computer, as well as including numerous shortcuts and links on the affected computer's desktop. Although PUPs like Iconomize may be installed as Web browser add-ons, they may have numerous effects on the overall computer, ranging from performance issues to irritating symptoms. Iconomize may try to expose computer users to known hoaxes and generate revenue by overloading the computer user with advertisements for all kinds of disreputable websites and online services. One additional issue related to Iconomize is that it may make unwanted changes to the affected Web browser's settings, including changing its homepage, default search engine and security settings (which may make it more susceptible to additional PUPs and other types of attacks).
Iconomize may be distributed by bundling Iconomize with legitimate software. In most cases, PUPs like Iconomize are promoted as 'optional' content. However, the installer is tweaked to increase the chances that computer users, especially those that are inexperienced, install Iconomize on their computer automatically. Computer users are opted into the installation Iconomize automatically. To opt out, they may have to take extra steps such as using custom installation or advanced installation options. The installer may contain convoluted or confusing instructions to make sure that computer users are never entirely sure if they are agreeing or opting out to the installation of this PUP. PUPs like Iconomize are not considered threatening, do not represent a serious risk, are not destructive nor put the PC user's privacy at a serious risk. PUPs like Iconomize, however, may lead to other, more threatening types of infections or problems on affected computers.
Removing Iconomize from a Computer
PUPs like Iconomize may not be removed in the same way one would remove any other Web browser extension. To remove Iconomize extra steps may be involved. Computer users may need to use the Windows Control Panel to remove this program, and then take extra steps to undo any unwanted changes that Iconomize may have made to the affected computer's or Web browser's settings automatically. The use of a reliable, up-to-date security program is recommended.
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