Searchtoolshub.com
Threat Scorecard
EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecard
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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: | 2,563 |
| Threat Level: | 50 % (Medium) |
| Infected Computers: | 775 |
| First Seen: | March 2, 2022 |
| Last Seen: | September 25, 2023 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
Searchtoolshub.com is classified as a fake search engine. What this means in practice is that the address appears as a normal search engine but internally it lacks the necessary functionality to generate any results on its own. In fact, it operates by taking the user's search queries and redirecting them to other engines from which it takes the results. In the case of searchtoolshub.com, it redirects to the legitimate Yahoo search engine but this may change, depending on specific factors, such as the user's IP address, geolocation, browser type, etc. It also should be noted that searchtoolshub.com appears to be designed to target Edge browsers mostly.
The typical way in which such dubious search engines are promoted involves intrusive applications known as browser hijackers. These programs are equipped with numerous intrusive capabilities that allow them to take control over the user's Web browsers. The settings that are usually modified by these PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Programs) include the homepage, new tab page and the default search engine.
Users also should keep in mind that having PUPs installed on their devices could lead to more security risks. The intruder applications could be spying on their browsing activities and transmitting various data. The gathered information could include the search history, browsing history, IP address, device type, OS type, and sometimes even banking and payment details.
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Searchtoolshub.com may call the following URLs:
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