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| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 2 |
| First Seen: | June 4, 2015 |
| Last Seen: | December 1, 2019 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
Security researchers alert users that the developers of the WhiteCoupon browser add-on employ shady tactics to spread their app. Users may notice the WhiteCoupon add-on offered as a shopping companion under the 'Advanced' or 'Custom' option of freeware installers. The WhiteCoupon add-on is recognized as adware because its main objective is to push ads on your browser surface to generate affiliate revenue for its developers. Users affected by the WhiteCoupon adware may be presented wit many coupons, discounts and special deals loaded on banners, pop-up windows, and full-page transitional ads. Needless to say, the WhiteCoupon adware may decrease your browser productivity and obstruct you from enjoying videos and images on websites like DeviantArt and YouTube. The WhiteCoupon add-on falls in the same niche as other adware like Coupon Titan and CouponDownloader, and might use tracking cookies and read your browsing history to show related advertising content. Tech savvy users that like to visit websites like Softpedia and MakeUseOf may be offered to install a Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP) such as AdBlocknWatch and BestVideoConverter. Also, culinary enthusiasts could be offered to install a low-quality toolbar like the TotalRecipeSearch Toolbar or the Desktop Recipe app. Security researchers note that the WhiteCoupon adware may affect Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, and Firefox Therefore, you may want to use a reputable anti-spyware utility to remove all files associated with the WhiteCoupon adware effectively.
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