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| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 121 |
| First Seen: | August 3, 2015 |
| Last Seen: | May 11, 2023 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
Malware researchers have received reports of pop-up advertisements that may be associated with an adware component named Gem Grab. Gem Grab may be associated with several online tactics and questionable advertising. Common Gem Grab advertisements may include messages that the computer user has won a contest of some sort or a software update is required. PC security analysts strongly advise against interacting with Gem Grab in any way. Interaction with Gem Grab advertisements may lead to additional infections or other problems. Gem Grab advertisements may be designed to generate revenue at the expense of computer users. It is recommended that computer users avoid letting those responsible for Gem Grab make money at their expenses. Adware associated with Gem Grab should be removed at once with a reliable security application. Removal of these types of adware components will stop Gem Grab advertisements from appearing as well as the various symptoms that may be linked to these intrusive advertisements.
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Common Messages that may be Included in Gem Grab Advertisements
There may be several different types of Gem Grab advertisements. These types of advertisements may include advertisements opened in pop-up windows or new Web browser tabs. They also may include content added to websites viewed on the affected Web browser. There are many tactics that may be used by Gem Grab to trick inexperienced computer users into falling for various online hoaxes. The following are some examples of Gem Grab advertisements:
- Gem Grab advertisements may claim that the affected Web browser is out of date. They also may claim that various platforms such as Java or Flash are out of date, proposing the installation of an update directly from the Gem Grab advertisement. Downloading this supposed 'update' may result in the installation of additional adware or a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Program).
- Some Gem Grab advertisements may claim that the computer user has won a prize or a survey. For example, an advertisement congratulating the computer user and claiming that he has won a new iPhone. These advertisements are designed to trick inexperienced computer users into interacting with the Gem Grab advertisements.
- Common Gem Grab advertisement may claim that there are viruses or security risks on the affected computer. These messages are designed to trick computer users into installing low- quality security software or calling a bogus technical support number
How Adware Linked to Gem Grab may Enter a Computer
The most common way of distributing adware linked to Gem Grab advertisements is by bundling it with other software. During the installation of a free program downloaded from the Web, the computer user may be prompted to install a Web browser extension, toolbar or other components. Doing this may result in the installation of a low-level threat such as adware or PUP. Bundling tends to use several tactics, including using misleading language, convoluted instructions, fake or whited out buttons, or require computer users to access 'Custom' or 'Advanced' installation options to opt out of installing adware. Following the installation process carefully, computer users can avoid agreeing to the installation of any unwanted or questionable content.
How Gem Grab Advertisements may be Used to Profit from Computer Users
Most websites rely on advertisements to stay afloat. Advertisements are a necessary part of keeping the Web alive. However, many people may abuse the system. Instead of creating quality content, these people may create components that force computer users to view advertisements repeatedly, inserting them into their Web browsers or causing Web browser redirects and other problems. Gem Grab advertisement have been associated with numerous problems that may affect the computer user's security by tracking their online activities and also making it more difficult than normal to use the affected Web browser.
SpyHunter Detects & Remove Gem Grab Ads
Registry Details
Directories
Gem Grab Ads may create the following directory or directories:
| %PROGRAMFILES%\Gem Grab |
| %PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\Gem Grab |
| %temp%\Gem Grab |
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