Browse Pulse
Threat Scorecard
EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecard
EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards are assessment reports for different malware threats which have been collected and analyzed by our research team. EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards evaluate and rank threats using several metrics including real-world and potential risk factors, trends, frequency, prevalence, and persistence. EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards are updated regularly based on our research data and metrics and are useful for a wide range of computer users, from end users seeking solutions to remove malware from their systems to security experts analyzing threats.
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Ranking: The ranking of a particular threat in EnigmaSoft’s Threat Database.
Severity Level: The determined severity level of an object, represented numerically, based on our risk modeling process and research, as explained in our Threat Assessment Criteria.
Infected Computers: The number of confirmed and suspected cases of a particular threat detected on infected computers as reported by SpyHunter.
See also Threat Assessment Criteria.
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.
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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:
- Browse Pulse may insert advertising banners and similar advertisements on Web pages visited on the affected Web browser.
- Browse Pulse may turn links on the affected Web page into hyperlinks leading to content associated with Browse Pulse or to additional advertising content.
- 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).
- 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.
SpyHunter Detects & Remove Browse Pulse
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.
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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
Directories
Browse Pulse may create the following directory or directories:
%PROGRAMFILES%\Browse Pulse |
%PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\Browse Pulse |
%temp%\Browse Pulse |