Adware.TMAagent.m
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| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 0 |
| First Seen: | July 24, 2009 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Adware.TMAagent.m 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.TMAagent.m?
Adware.TMAagent.m is a type of adware program that is designed to display unwanted advertisements on a user's system. Adware programs like this one can be bundled with free software downloads, attached to spam emails, or exploited through vulnerabilities in software. Once installed, adware can collect user data, track browsing habits, and display pop-up ads, banners, and other types of advertisements.
How Adware.TMAagent.m Operates
Adware.TMAagent.m operates by installing itself on a user's system, often without their knowledge or consent. Once installed, it can begin collecting user data, such as browsing history, search queries, and other information. This data can be used to display targeted advertisements, which can be annoying and potentially malicious. Adware programs like Adware.TMAagent.m can also slow down a system's performance, cause crashes, and compromise user security.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of an Adware.TMAagent.m infection can vary, but common signs include an increase in pop-up ads, banners, and other types of advertisements. Users may also notice that their system is running slower than usual, or that their browser is being redirected to unwanted websites. In some cases, adware programs like Adware.TMAagent.m can also cause system crashes, freezes, and other stability issues.
- Unwanted advertisements, such as pop-ups, banners, and sponsored links
- Slow system performance, crashes, and freezes
- Browser redirects to unwanted websites
- Unexplained changes to browser settings, such as homepage or default search engine
How to Remove Adware.TMAagent.m
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the adware from loading
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the adware
- Reset your browser settings, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default values
- Reboot your system and perform another scan to ensure that the adware has been completely removed
Conclusion
Removing Adware.TMAagent.m from your system is crucial to preventing further damage and protecting your user data. By following the steps outlined above, you can help ensure that your system is clean and free from malware. It is also essential to practice good security habits, such as regularly updating your software, using strong antivirus programs, and being cautious when downloading free software or clicking on links from unknown sources. By taking these precautions, you can help protect your system from future malware infections and keep your user data safe.
Aliases
14 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.
| Antivirus Vendor | Detection |
|---|---|
| TrendMicro | Cryp_Naix-7 |
| Symantec | SecurityRisk.Downldr |
| Panda | Adware/TargetMarketingBar |
| NOD32 | Win32/Adware.TMAagent |
| McAfee-GW-Edition | Ad-Spyware.TMAagent.M.1 |
| K7AntiVirus | not-a-virus:AdWare.Win32.TMAagent.m |
| Ikarus | AdWare.TMAagent |
| Fortinet | Adware/TMAagent |
| F-Secure | AdWare.Win32.TMAagent.m |
| Comodo | Unclassified Malware |
| BitDefender | Adware.Generic.45846 |
| Avast | Win32:Adware-gen |
| AntiVir | ADSPY/TMAagent.M.1 |
| a-squared | AdWare.TMAagent!IK |
SpyHunter Detects & Remove Adware.TMAagent.m
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. | tmagent.dll | e656b66fab465311153dd7e0bd13cb7b | 0 |
