Gateway TrueTest

By GoldSparrow in Potentially Unwanted Programs

Threat Scorecard

Ranking: 12,285
Threat Level: 80 % (High)
Infected Computers: 242
First Seen: July 25, 2017
Last Seen: August 2, 2023
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The 'Gateway TrueTest in mini' software may be distributed to users as an unpacked browser extension for Google Chrome. The 'Gateway TrueTest in mini' extension may be found in the company of free programs bundled together. Computer security analysts advise against installing the 'Gateway TrueTest in mini' software because it works as an adware. The 'Gateway TrueTest in mini' adware is reported to alter the configuration of Google Chrome and install its files via the Developer Mode. The 'Gateway TrueTest in mini' adware is under 1MB in size, but it is just as effective as threats of the same class like Money Viking and GorillaPrice. Unlike other programs with similar functionality, the developers of the 'Gateway TrueTest in mini' adware designed their app to work with the latest versions of Google Chrome only.

The ads by 'Gateway TrueTest in mini' are indistinguishable from the native ads on your favorite pages. The 'Gateway TrueTest in mini' adware is designed to inject content from pre-configured advertising platforms, and it does not show slogans and labels like 'Ad powered by Gateway TrueTest in mini.' The 'Gateway TrueTest in mini' adware might edit the layout of sites and load larger banners, include paid video promotions and embedded recommended marketing materials. The 'Gateway TrueTest in mini' adware might download insecure code from untrusted marketing platforms, and users may be suggested to click on links leading to phishing pages, exploit kits, and technical support tactics. Computer security researchers have been able to identify the 'Gateway TrueTest in mini' adware thanks to detailed feedback and rigorous research. The 'Gateway TrueTest in mini' browser extension does not include an icon file, and infected users may notice a blank space on their navigation bars between the hamburger menu and the address bar. It is best to use a reputable anti-malware utility when you need to remove the 'Gateway TrueTest in mini' adware from your machine safely.

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