Threat Database Potentially Unwanted Programs Adware:W32/WebInstallBundle

Adware:W32/WebInstallBundle

By GoldSparrow in Potentially Unwanted Programs

Threat Scorecard

Ranking: 12,211
Threat Level: 80 % (High)
Infected Computers: 26
First Seen: March 23, 2015
Last Seen: August 9, 2023
OS(es) Affected: Windows

Adware:W32/WebInstallBundle is a Possibly Unwanted Program (PUP) that may be loaded on a computer packed with other free programs that the computer user downloads from unknown sources. Usually, Adware:W32/WebInstallBundle may enter the affected PC automatically, but it may be blocked by reading the chosen program's EULA carefully. Once Adware:W32/WebInstallBundle introduces itself on your computer, Adware:W32/WebInstallBundle may be added to any Web browser such as Internet Explorer, Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox. After its installation, Adware:W32/WebInstallBundle will display numerous, totally unwanted advertisements on the computer user's screen. Adware:W32/WebInstallBundle may also modify the default start page, a new tab and search engine on the affected computer. At first sight, it may seem that Adware:W32/WebInstallBundle is an interesting tool; however, in reality, Adware:W32/WebInstallBundle may record the target Internet user's browsing preferences and transmit the collected information to third parties. Adware:W32/WebInstallBundle may also lead the computer user to unsafe websites that distribute other PUPs or adware.

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