Adware.NetNucleous
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| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 10,600 |
| First Seen: | May 4, 2013 |
| Last Seen: | April 5, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Adware.NetNucleous on your system indicates the presence of a potentially unwanted program that may be displaying unwanted advertisements, collecting user data, or performing other malicious activities. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take immediate action to remove it from your system to prevent further damage.
Table of Contents
What Is Adware.NetNucleous?
Adware.NetNucleous is a type of malware that is designed to display unwanted advertisements on an infected system. It may also collect user data, such as browsing history and search queries, to deliver targeted ads. This type of malware can be particularly frustrating for users, as it can slow down system performance, redirect web traffic, and compromise user privacy.
How Adware.NetNucleous Operates
Adware.NetNucleous typically operates by installing itself on a system through exploited vulnerabilities, drive-by downloads, or social engineering tactics. Once installed, it can modify system settings, create new registry entries, and inject malicious code into legitimate processes. This allows the malware to remain persistent on the system, even after rebooting. The malware may also communicate with its command and control servers to receive updates, transmit stolen data, or download additional malicious components.
Symptoms of Infection
Systems infected with Adware.NetNucleous may exhibit a range of symptoms, including unwanted pop-ups, banners, and redirects to suspicious websites. Users may also notice slow system performance, increased CPU usage, and unusual network activity. In some cases, the malware may also cause system crashes, freezes, or errors. If you suspect that your system is infected with Adware.NetNucleous, it is crucial to take immediate action to remove the malware and prevent further damage.
- Unwanted advertisements and pop-ups
- Slow system performance and increased CPU usage
- Unusual network activity and redirects to suspicious websites
- System crashes, freezes, or errors
How to Remove Adware.NetNucleous
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for easier removal.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all instances of the malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the malware.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure that all remnants of the malware have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Adware.NetNucleous from your system requires a combination of technical expertise and caution. By following the steps outlined above and using reputable anti-malware tools, you can effectively remove the malware and prevent further damage. It is essential to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to protect your system from future infections, such as keeping your operating system and software up-to-date, using strong antivirus software, and avoiding suspicious downloads and links.
Aliases
15 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.
| Antivirus Vendor | Detection |
|---|---|
| Fortinet | W32/Jorik.CTPG!tr |
| Sophos | Mal/EncPk-AJS |
| McAfee | PWS-Zbot-FAQD!18A262A70EAC |
| Panda | Suspicious file |
| Ikarus | Virus.Win32.Cryptor |
| AntiVir | Adware/Lollipop.AP.34 |
| McAfee | Artemis!F53588CE86F0 |
| Panda | Trj/Dtcontx.C |
| GData | Win32:Agent-AQZN |
| AntiVir | TR/Agent.aqzn.1 |
| Sophos | Mal/Generic-S |
| Avast | Win32:Agent-AQZN [Spy] |
| Panda | Trj/OCJ.D |
| AVG | SHeur4.BDZI |
| Kaspersky | Trojan-Ransom.Win32.Blocker.avbi |
SpyHunter Detects & Remove Adware.NetNucleous
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. | AcRecover.exe | 59dd5e60612d1ed6b51fc3f590c9e60c | 2,144 |
| 2. | ActiveCollector.exe | b9c9f4b955016680b383f18ba13f4e3e | 1,885 |
| 3. | QuickFinderPlugin.dll | bc753d6d64eab3276adbc9b69330b762 | 1,035 |
| 4. | Trlogo.exe | de9e19e19d8a9572eaf9d551e16bac0a | 18 |
| 5. | sss.scr | 04618ccee26766a2b328d170d6db43d1 | 4 |
| 6. | Lollipop.exe | f53588ce86f060df3bf5e9949887b7ba | 3 |
| 7. | 0.46547251391641054.exe | 18a262a70eaccc4bb910d64084768746 | 2 |
| 8. | quxazfztfolmamfcptmwcglds.exe | 798ccb41debacf44e073832f6882745a | 1 |
Registry Details
Directories
Adware.NetNucleous may create the following directory or directories:
| %PROGRAMFILES%\NetNucleous |
| %PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\NetNucleous |