Threat Database Adware DealWifi Ads

DealWifi Ads

By GoldSparrow in Adware

Threat Scorecard

Threat Level: 80 % (High)
Infected Computers: 4
First Seen: October 5, 2015
Last Seen: December 4, 2021
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The DealWifi browser extension by RAFO Technology, Inc. is promoted as an instrument that allow you to use free WiFi and take advantage of your WiFi adapter, but it is adware. The DealWifi adware is not coded to help users to use a free Internet connection. The only objective of the DealWiFi adware is to help its developers get wealthier. The DealWifi adware may land on your computer an additional instrument to a free program installer and may be promoted on low-quality software distribution platforms. The DealWifi adware might change your default homepage and new tab settings to MyStart.DealWiFi.com and appear as a browser plug-in, add-on, extension and Browser Helper Object. Users should neglect promotional materials that claim that users of the DealWifi can benefit from a cost-free connection to the Internet. The DealWifi adware is programmed to show marketing materials in your browser and may divert your Internet traffic through the servers of advertisers, and data packets you receive could be altered. The ads by DealWifi may not be safe and drive-by downloads of potentially harmful software like GetNow and Reimage may occur. Moreover, the DealWifi adware may urge users to input the MAC address of their WiFi router and password to access features, and you might face web-based attacks at your home network. The DealWifi adware might decrease your computer performance and use JavaScript3 to show banners, coupons and discounts on sites you visit most often. PC users should eliminate the DealWifi adware with the help of a trustworthy anti-spyware instrument.

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