Browse Pulse

Threat Scorecard

Ranking: 5,265
Threat Level: 20 % (Normal)
Infected Computers: 9,450
First Seen: March 26, 2015
Last Seen: September 20, 2023
OS(es) Affected: Windows

If your Web browser is displaying numerous advertisements or pop-up advertisements which contain a message similar to 'advertisements by Browse Pulse' then it is highly likely that you have Browse Pulse PUP (Potentially Unwanted Program) installed on your Web browser. Browse Pulse is considered adware. This is because Browse Pulse's main purpose is to expose computer users to advertising content. Browse Pulse has been linked to irritating pop-up advertisements, banner advertisements inserted into websites, and advertisements that consist of underlined keywords that lead to advertisements when the cursor passes over them. Despite Browse Pulse being often referred to as a virus, Browse Pulse is not a virus, Trojan or considered threatening. PUPs like Browse Pulse are low-level threats that are not destructive or particularly harmful. However, they may cause numerous symptoms that may be annoying or difficult to deal with. Unfortunately, the fact that Browse Pulse is a low-level threat means that many security programs may not recognize Browse Pulse or remove it. Malware analysts advise computer users to ensure that their computers have a security program capable of detecting and removing PUPs, adware and other low-level threats.

Browse Pulse may be Very Annoying

According to its marketing material, Browse Pulse is supposedly a Web browser extension that gives computer users access to special coupons and deals for websites they are visiting. For example, when a computer user views a product on Amazon, Browse Pulse may also display coupons and deals associated with that product. However, Browse Pulse's supposed deals are rarely worth the trouble, and Browse Pulse uses aggressive tactics such as numerous pop-up advertisements and irritating notifications that may interfere with the computer users' activities.

Common Problems that may be Associated with Browse Pulse

After Browse Pulse is installed, Browse Pulse may cause the affected Web browser to start displaying all kinds of advertising material. These types of advertisements may include some kind of text linking them to Browse Pulse, such as 'Powered by Browse Pulse', 'Brought to you by Browse Pulse', 'You’ve received a premium offer from Browse Pulse', 'advertisements by Browse Pulse', etc. Most advertisements associated with Browse Pulse may try to convince computer users to install additional PUPs. They may promote Web browser extensions and similar components that may cause the appearance of even more advertisements while at the same time causing additional problems and generating revenue at the expense of computer users. The following symptoms may be linked to Browse Pulse and similar PUPs:

  1. Browse Pulse may insert advertising banners and similar advertisements on Web pages visited on the affected Web browser.
  2. Browse Pulse may turn links on the affected Web page into hyperlinks leading to content associated with Browse Pulse or to additional advertising content.
  3. Browse Pulse may be associated with notifications claiming that it is necessary to update your Web browser or other software. In fact, the supposed 'update' may be nothing more than a PUP (or several PUPs bundled together).
  4. Browse Pulse may take over the affected Web browser, changing its default search engine, home page and security settings automatically.

How Browse Pulse may Enter a Computer

Browse Pulse may be bundled with other software. Many free programs downloaded from the Web may be bundled with PUPs like Browse Pulse. Computer users may not realize this, skipping through the installation process and allowing the PUP to be installed automatically. Because of this, one of the best ways to prevent PUPs like Browse Pulse is being very attentive while installing a free application and refuse the installation of any unrecognized software. Custom or advanced installations will allow you to control every component that is being installed and, of course, avoid software you don't trust.

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File System Details

Browse Pulse may create the following file(s):
# File Name MD5 Detections
1. C:\Program Files\browse pulse\Extensions\ed8e593d-1965-4e45-9d55-d56162dcde14.dll 74a83affddd03e6d8bfb5ae87e673673
2. 7za.exe
3. C:\Program Files\browse pulse\uninstaller.exe

Registry Details

Browse Pulse may create the following registry entry or registry entries:
CLSID
{16107484-c9e6-462f-a036-5fe2ea29740a}
{24c27d46-9718-4dfd-b7e1-966fc50f6b0f}
{7292DF65-697D-402E-9AD8-F62E158F0467}
{A0112298-8E07-4731-82A5-D7C3C1FBCE75}
{DF7CB9F3-DB15-483D-BE1F-13D1EC0C3FB0}
{E104B9E4-01BA-4AAF-9957-6A525CC5451A}
SOFTWARE\browsepulse
Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Approved Extensions\{6DB6DE7F-F4A2-4479-902D-9E7B7AD55306}
Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\DOMStorage\browsepulse-a.akamaihd.net
SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\explorer\Browser Helper Objects\{ed8e593d-1965-4e45-9d55-d56162dcde14}
SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\browsepulse
SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\explorer\Browser Helper Objects\{ed8e593d-1965-4e45-9d55-d56162dcde14}
SYSTEM\ControlSet001\services\Service Mgr browsepulse
SYSTEM\ControlSet001\services\Update Mgr browsepulse
SYSTEM\ControlSet002\services\Service Mgr browsepulse
SYSTEM\ControlSet002\services\Update Mgr browsepulse
SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\services\Service Mgr browsepulse
SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\services\Update Mgr browsepulse

Directories

Browse Pulse may create the following directory or directories:

%PROGRAMFILES%\Browse Pulse
%PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\Browse Pulse
%temp%\Browse Pulse

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