Threat Database Adware Free Games Virus

Free Games Virus

By ESGI Advisor in Adware

The Free Games Virus is a low quality PUP (Potentially Unwanted Program) usually known as Zula Games or Free Games 135. It is important to note that, despite its name, the Free Games Virus is not an actual virus but a PUP. Unlike viruses and other types of threats, the Free Games Virus is not destructive and may be removed using normal software removal methods. However, the Free Games Virus may cause various unwanted symptoms more commonly associated with threats and may compromise your privacy and computer's security. In general, the Free Games Virus is installed as a Web browser extension, add-on or plug-in for the most popular Web browsers on Windows, including Internet Explorer, Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox. The Free Games Virus shouldn't be kept on your computer.

The Free Games Virus is a Clear Example of the Price of 'Free'

Once the Free Games Virus has been installed, the Free Games Virus may make unauthorized changes to your Web browser's settings. This includes changing your Web browser's homepage and default search engine to websites associated with the Free Games Virus, such as Zula Games, and the infamous Conduit Search Engine. The Free Games Virus will usually manifest itself as a Web browser toolbar with a search box and links to various online locations. The main symptom associated with the Free Games Virus is the presence of multiple, irritating pop-up advertisements and browser redirects to websites associated with the Free Games Virus. The purpose of these symptoms is to expose computer users to marketing material in order to profit at their expense.

The Free Games Virus May Compromise Your Privacy

The Free Games Virus may compromise your privacy. The Free Games Virus may gather information about your browsing habits, search history and operating system settings. This information is then delivered by the Free Games Virus to a third party for market research purposes. Using this data, criminals may carry out various types of strategies, including identity theft and credit card fraud. The Free Games Virus may also decrease your Web browser's settings, potentially allowing marketers to install unwanted components on your Web browser.

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