Jabuticaba Ads
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Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
Infected Computers: | 54 |
First Seen: | July 27, 2015 |
Last Seen: | April 20, 2020 |
OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
Jabuticaba Ads is a curiously named PUP (Potentially Unwanted Program) with adware capabilities. Named after a Brazilian tree that produces fruits that resemble grapes, the Jabuticaba Ads is a browser add-on that displays advertisements and pop-ups. Unfortunately, the name is by far the most distinguishing characteristic of this browser plug-in; the rest of it is nothing more that another cookie-cutter browser application. Jabuticaba Ads is distributed via software bundles, further cementing its reputation as a PUP. The goal of Jabuticaba Ads is simple-display ads and pop-ups to entice users into clicking on them. Every click generates revenue for the owners of Jabuticaba Ads. Even though some of the ads generated by Jabuticaba Ads may look interesting, it is not advised to click on them. The content of the ads may be dangerous, redirecting you to malicious websites or promoting deceptive software. In all cases, security experts strongly advise against clicking on the ads generated by Jabuticaba Ads. Furthermore, Jabuticaba Ads may gather your browsing metadata and send it to HQ for research; this way, the developers of Jabuticaba Ads know exactly what ads make you "click", warranting a click. If you have Jabuticaba Ads on your computer, it is best to remove it. Furthermore, perform a thorough scan of the computer because often minor threats may be a sign of a bigger, more dangerous threat hiding from plain sight.