Renew Search
Threat Scorecard
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.
EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards display a variety of useful information, including:
Ranking: The ranking of a particular threat in EnigmaSoft’s Threat Database.
Severity Level: The determined severity level of an object, represented numerically, based on our risk modeling process and research, as explained in our Threat Assessment Criteria.
Infected Computers: The number of confirmed and suspected cases of a particular threat detected on infected computers as reported by SpyHunter.
See also Threat Assessment Criteria.
| Ranking: | 5,987 |
| Threat Level: | 50 % (Medium) |
| Infected Computers: | 1,556 |
| First Seen: | May 26, 2022 |
| Last Seen: | September 17, 2023 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
Judging by its description, the Renew Search definitely creates the impression that it could be a useful application. It promises users the ability to see additional search options when their regular search engines come up short on delivering the desired results. Unfortunately, installing the Renew Search browser extensions quickly reveals that the primary purpose of the application is something entirely different. Indeed, infosec researchers have examined the Renew Search and concluded that it is yet another intrusive adware.
Adware applications are designed to monetize their presence on users' devices by running intrusive ad campaigns. The advertisements could potentially be injected into unrelated websites in an attempt to appear more legitimate. When dealing with the advertisements generated by unfamiliar sources, users should exercise caution. The advertisements are likely to promote or lead to unsafe or dubious destinations, such as phishing schemes, suspicious adult platforms, gambling websites and more.
Adware, browser hijackers, and other similar PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Programs) also are often equipped with data-tracking capabilities, and Renew Search may not be an exception. The operators of such applications usually go after users' browsing history, search history and clicked URLs. Various device details also could be included in the exfiltrated information.
