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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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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.
| Threat Level: | 50 % (Medium) |
| Infected Computers: | 1 |
| First Seen: | March 16, 2023 |
| Last Seen: | June 24, 2023 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
Finderesults.com is a fraudulent search engine that can be accessed through its URL. It differs from most search engines of this kind in that it is capable of producing search results. However, the search results it generates are inaccurate and may include misleading or untrustworthy content.
Browser hijackers are commonly used to promote illegitimate search engines. These hijackers alter the settings of web browsers to redirect users to these sites. It is important to note that the software associated with finderesults.com and its promotion is likely to collect sensitive user data.
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Seeing Finderesults.com Redirects Could Point to a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Program) or Browser Hijacker
Browser hijackers are a type of intrusive software that can alter the default settings of web browsers. This includes changing the homepage, default search engine, and new browser tabs to the addresses of promoted websites. When a browser hijacker promotes finderesults.com, any attempt to open a new tab or to start a search query via the URL bar will result in a redirect to this site.
Unlike most fake search engines, finderesults.com is capable of generating search results. However, the results it produces are unreliable and may include sponsored, deceptive, and potentially harmful content. Other fake search engines typically redirect users to legitimate search engines such as Yahoo, Bing, or Google.
Browser hijacking software often uses persistence-ensuring techniques to make it difficult for users to regain control of their browsers. In addition, illegitimate search engines and browser hijackers are known to collect private information from users. This may include details such as search queries, visited URLs, viewed pages, IP addresses, internet cookies, usernames and passwords, personally identifiable information, and financial data. It is important to note that the collection and use of this information can be a serious breach of user privacy.
PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Programs) and Browser Hijackers Often Obfuscate their Installation
PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Programs) and browser hijackers are often distributed through deceptive tactics that trick users into unwittingly installing them. These tactics can include disguising the software as a legitimate program or software update, bundling it with other software downloads, or disguising it as a necessary system update. In some cases, users may be prompted to download apps through pop-up ads or fake alerts that warn of a security threat on their system.
Additionally, PUPs and browser hijackers may be distributed through spam email messages, social media posts, or other forms of online advertising. Some of these deceptive tactics may involve the use of misleading or fraudulent claims, such as promising free software or claiming to improve system performance, which can entice users to download and install these unwanted programs. Once installed, these programs can cause a range of issues, including browser redirects, pop-up ads, or other unwanted behavior, and may compromise the user's privacy and security by collecting personal information or exposing them to additional untrustworthy software.
URLs
Finderesults.com may call the following URLs:
| finderesults.com |
