RunningOptimizer

RunningOptimizer is a Possibly Unwanted Program (PUP) that redirects browser homepages and search queries through the fake search engine RunningOptimizer Search to generate advertising revenue for its owners. After that, the user is redirected to search result pages of search.yahoo.com. If your computer has been infected with RunningOptimizer, you will notice several characteristic symptoms:

• Your browser default homepage has been modified automatically.
• You are being redirected to unknown pages on the Internet or get numerous advertisements and pop-ups.
• Suspicious browser extensions or programs have been installed on your PC automatically.

RunningOptimizer is classified as a PUP because its sneaks into users’ devices through corrupted advertisements or links, or gets bundled within the installation package of another program that users download for free willingly. To avoid PUPs like RunningOptimizer, you should always choose the custom installation option when installing software and untick any unfamiliar tools. You can remove RunningOptimizer manually or with the help of an automated malware remover.