Adware.NetCrawl
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| Popularity Rank: | 13,497 |
| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 7,300 |
| First Seen: | June 23, 2014 |
| Last Seen: | August 19, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
Your system has been detected to have Adware.NetCrawl, a type of unwanted software that can compromise your computer's security and performance. This detection is a clear indication that your system is at risk, and immediate action is required to prevent further damage. Adware.NetCrawl, like other forms of adware, is designed to display unwanted advertisements, collect user data, and potentially lead to more severe malware infections. It's essential to understand the nature of this threat and take the necessary steps to remove it from your system.
Table of Contents
What Is Adware.NetCrawl?
Adware.NetCrawl is a form of adware that infiltrates a computer system without the user's consent, often through bundled software downloads, suspicious links, or exploited vulnerabilities. Once installed, it can modify system settings, hijack browsers, and start displaying intrusive advertisements. These ads can range from pop-ups and banners to full-page redirects, significantly impairing the user's browsing experience and system performance. Adware.NetCrawl may also collect user data, such as browsing history and personal information, which can be used for targeted advertising or sold to third parties.
How Adware.NetCrawl Operates
Adware.NetCrawl operates by integrating itself into the system and browser settings, allowing it to launch automatically upon startup and remain active in the background. It can inject ads into web pages, replace legitimate ads with its own, and even redirect search results to affiliate pages. This adware may also communicate with its command and control servers to report user activity, receive updates, or download additional malicious components. Its ability to evade detection and removal makes it a challenging threat to eliminate without proper tools and knowledge.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of an Adware.NetCrawl infection can vary but commonly include an increase in unwanted advertisements, slow system performance, frequent browser crashes, and changes in browser settings such as a new homepage or default search engine. Users may also notice unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on their system. In some cases, the adware may prevent users from changing certain settings back to their original state or may launch fake alerts and warnings to deceive users into installing more malware.
How to Remove Adware.NetCrawl
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent Adware.NetCrawl from launching and to give you a clean environment to work in.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, which is capable of detecting and removing adware and other forms of malware. Perform a full scan of your system to identify all components of Adware.NetCrawl.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that were installed around the time the adware was detected. Be cautious and only remove programs you are sure are not needed.
- Reset your web browsers (Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge) to their default settings to remove any changes made by the adware, such as unwanted extensions or modified homepage settings.
- Reboot your computer and perform another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure all components of Adware.NetCrawl have been removed. This step is crucial to confirm the removal and check for any remaining threats.
Conclusion
Removing Adware.NetCrawl requires careful and thorough steps to ensure all its components are eliminated from your system. It's essential to act quickly to prevent further damage and potential data theft. By following the removal guide and maintaining good cybersecurity practices, such as regularly updating your operating system and applications, using strong antivirus software, and being cautious with downloads and links, you can significantly reduce the risk of future infections. Remember, vigilance and proactive measures are key to protecting your digital security and privacy in today's evolving cyber threat landscape.
Aliases
4 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.
| Antivirus Vendor | Detection |
|---|---|
| Ikarus | AdWare.SwiftBrowse |
| AVG | NetCrawl.3AE |
| Ikarus | AdWare.SpadeCast |
| Sophos | BrowseSmart |
File System Details
| # | File Name | MD5 |
Detections
Detections: The number of confirmed and suspected cases of a particular threat detected on
infected computers as reported by SpyHunter.
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | A0058039.exe | cb914169c1863b9590436d2cc3c471c9 | 212 |
| 2. | NetCrawluninstall.exe | f6eedc64120392088239fc52817545c0 | 2 |
| 3. | updater.exe | eeb7804c665b81f895afe931affd433c | 2 |
| 4. | updateNetCrawl.exe | 854c4796d3af9f33093a3f07205e7608 | 1 |
| 5. | NetCrawl.PurBrowse64.exe | dcee1d2160e1864853346bbe3f1a5dc7 | 1 |
| 6. | utilNetCrawl.exe | 89fb902cf9791d13ffcc772d93ed2147 | 1 |
| 7. | {6fcd6092-9615-4f7f-8898-8df53980e5d2}t64.sys | 3b9b0fc552f30da6b3c5b0850aea30c4 | 1 |
| 8. | {6fcd6092-9615-4f7f-8898-8df53980e5d2}Gt64.sys | 00df326190be0770249e963219e562ae | 1 |
Registry Details
Directories
Adware.NetCrawl may create the following directory or directories:
| %PROGRAMFILES%\NetCrawl |
| %PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\NetCrawl |
| %temp%\NetCrawl |
