Threat Database Adware PUA/DownloadGuide.FU

PUA/DownloadGuide.FU

By GoldSparrow in Adware

Threat Scorecard

Threat Level: 90 % (High)
Infected Computers: 5
First Seen: December 29, 2015
Last Seen: August 27, 2021
OS(es) Affected: Windows

PUA/DownloadGuide.FU is an adware that shows pop-up advertisements containing health tips to get the computer users' attentiveness. These pop-ups are well-done and have attracting elements that may convince users to click on the displayed advertisements. PUA/DownloadGuide.FU can be installed on a computer automatically. It may look like a useful application that can provide benefits and information but is adware. PUA/DownloadGuide.FU can trespass the installed firewall and your security suite. Computer users may allow the entrance of PUA/DownloadGuide.FU when they download free software, fake updates, or click on banners and advertisements from unknown sources. PUA/DownloadGuide.FU also can create a backdoor to introduce its files stealthily. PUA/DownloadGuide.FU may install itself on various Web browsers, including Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Google Chrome, etc. PUA/DownloadGuide.FU may collect the affected user's browsing details and send it to third parties for marketing purposes. There is a strong recommendation from security experts: PUA/DownloadGuide.FU and its harmful files should be removed automatically with an anti-malware tool.

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