Searchdims.network
The Searchdims.network domain is associated with the 'Search Dims' browser extension that you may install to Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox from a free software package. The 'Search Dims' browser extension is classified as a browser hijacker and a Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP). Program installers that include the 'Search Dims' extension lack developer information for the application, and the Searchdims.network domain does not have Terms of Use Agreement and a Privacy Policy that can be accessed by users. The 'Search Dims' appears to perform the following operations:
- Record the user's search terms.
- Hijack searches in the Omnibox.
- Change the user's new tab page.
- Display targeted advertisements.
The 'Search Dims' program may collect information like your browser type, IP address, detect your approximate geographical location, and show related advertisements on a custom new tab page powered by Searchdims.network. The Searchdims.network New Tab features a single search bar, and a simple 'Search Dims' logo. Input on the 'Search Dims' search bar triggers loading search result suggestions by Google and clicking the magnifying glass button or the enter key on your keyboard initiates a search on the legitimate version of Google.com. However, Google Inc. should not be associated with the Searchdims.network domain. The Internet search giant (Google) offers interested parties access to a customizations options for the Google algorithm via h[tt]ps://cse.google[.]com/cse. The idea is to allow software engineers and Website owners to integrate the services of Google seamlessly. Unfortunately, the customized Google search algorithms can be abused to limit your search options and divert the Web surfer's attention to insecure online resources. PC users who experience redirects to Searchdims.network and wish to restore their new tab page should look for the help of a reliable anti-malware developer.
