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EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecard
EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards are assessment reports for different malware threats which have been collected and analyzed by our research team. EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards evaluate and rank threats using several metrics including real-world and potential risk factors, trends, frequency, prevalence, and persistence. EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards are updated regularly based on our research data and metrics and are useful for a wide range of computer users, from end users seeking solutions to remove malware from their systems to security experts analyzing threats.
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| Ranking: | 16,820 |
| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 638 |
| First Seen: | June 15, 2015 |
| Last Seen: | August 22, 2023 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
QuickSurf (a.k.a QuickSurf, Ads by QuickSurf, QuickSurf Ads) is a browser add-on developed by the infamous SuperWeb LLC. It is compatible with most modern browsers－Internet Explorer, Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox; unlike most shovelware developed by SuperWeb LLC. However, QuickSurf has some degree of utility, at least on paper. This browser plug-in is promoted as an easy tool to instantly translate or search for something, without opening a new tab. Furthermore, QuickSurf has its website at QuickSurfapp.com, making it a rare exception when it comes to SuperWeb LLC. However, QuickSurf cannot be downloaded from the official website; it is primarily distributed through software bundles. While it is explicitly stated on the official website that QuickSurf generates advertisements, the sheer volume is alarming; advertisement banners, pop-ups and in-text ads will litter your screen. Furthermore, the search engine results provided by QuickSurf may be skewed, showing biased data that favors advertisements and sponsored links. While QuickSurf promotes the ads, it is not responsible for the contents. The ads generated by QuickSurf have the potential to expose your computer to risk. Suffice to say, downloading, not to mention installing anything promoted by QuickSurf is an ill-advised idea. Due to its moderate utility and ad-generating habits, QuickSurf is classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Program) with adware capabilities. If you are on the fence about QuickSurf, carefully weigh the pros and cons of this browser add-on prior to making any decisions.
Table of Contents
Aliases
2 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.
| Anti-Virus Software | Detection |
|---|---|
| McAfee-GW-Edition | BehavesLike.Win64.BadFile.qh |
| Symantec | WS.Reputation.1 |
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File System Details
| # | File Name | MD5 |
Detections
Detections: The number of confirmed and suspected cases of a particular threat detected on
infected computers as reported by SpyHunter.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | qsafd_1_10_0_18.sys | 0ecbbfa721e9da69bbcff4e41c49e236 | 2 |
| 2. | qsafd_1_10_0_19.sys | 67e97bf2f437bc7b8015fd748b3ee27b | 2 |
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