JumboDeals
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 6 |
| First Seen: | June 22, 2015 |
| Last Seen: | October 18, 2020 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
JumboDeals is a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Program). JumboDeals may be associated with various problems on Web browsers affected by this application. JumboDeals is an adware program that may be delivered as a Web browser toolbar or extension. JumboDeals may be responsible for numerous issues that may prevent computer users from using the affected Web browser effectively. More importantly, JumboDeals may be linked to advertisements and pop-up windows promoting known tactics or other PUPs. Some examples of tactics that may be linked to JumboDeals pop-ups include fake notifications claiming that it is necessary to install an update (which is, in fact, another PUP) or advertisements advertising fake technical support numbers that are designed to collect the callers' credit card information. PC security analysts strongly recommend that computer users refrain from clicking on advertisements or messages displayed by JumboDeals. Instead, all content related to JumboDeals should be removed immediately with the help of a reliable, fully updated security application.
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Mastering PUPs Like JumboDeals
JumboDeals is considered a PUP, a Potentially Unwanted Program that is not threatening but that has many characteristics that may be associated with threats. PUPs may take the form of Web browser add-ons or plug-ins. JumboDeal, in particular, may affect the most popular Web browsers, including Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome. PC security analysts consider that JumboDeals, designed to deliver advertisements to affected computers, is potentially harmful and should be removed from an affected Web browser.
How JumboDeals may be Used to Make Money at Your Expense
PUPs like JumboDeals may be used to generate substantial revenue at the expense of computer users. JumboDeals may make money by using advertisements and delivering affiliate marketing links and products. JumboDeals may interfere with a Web browser, inserting its own advertising material and sponsored links into Web pages that are displayed on the affected computer. JumboDeals also may be associated with pop-up windows, irritating Web browser redirects, and other unwanted behaviors that are typically used to promote products online. JumboDeals may change the affected Web browser's settings automatically. For example, JumboDeals may change the affected Web browser's default homepage and search engine to Web pages promoted by this PUP. This ensures that content associated with JumboDeals is displayed as soon as the computer user starts up the affected Web browser.
How JumboDeals and Similar PUPs may be Distributed
In most cases, JumboDeals may be installed without the computer user's knowledge. The most common way of distributing PUPs like JumboDeals is by bundling them with other software. To do this, a third-party may take JumboDeals and package it with legitimate software and free programs distributed on public software download websites or peer-to-peer file sharing networks. JumboDeals may be associated with an installer that automatically installs JumboDeals by default unless the computer user specifically opts out of this 'feature'. Unfortunately, this tactic is exacerbated by making the 'opt out' option difficult to find or understand by using convoluted language and confusing pop-up messages to trick computer users into agreeing to install JumboDeals automatically. In most cases, computer users should be able to opt out of installing JumboDeals and other PUPs. However, this option may be difficult to find or passed over due to carelessness or inexperience.
To prevent JumboDeals from being installed on your machine, you should delete it immediately. Computer users should pay attention to the installation process to ensure that the option to opt out of installing JumboDeals and other PUPs is selected. Common sense when browsing the Web, and avoiding unknown or unsafe content, is also important in preventing these kinds of problems.
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