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There has been an increase in pop-ups and redirects that may try to convince computer users that they need to install bogus updates. This is a typical way of distributing Potentially Unwanted Programs and threats that may be caused by a PUP infection existing on the affected computer. Static.datafastguru.info pop-ups and redirects will try to convince inexperienced computer users that they need to download and install an update for Java. However, the supposed update distributed through the Static.datafastguru.info pop-up window is a PUP that may cause various problems on affected computers. Malware analysts have observed the presence of Static.datafastguru.info pop-ups and redirects on most popular Web browsers, including Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome. These types of problems may affect computers running most versions of the Windows operating system, including Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 8.1.

What may Cause the Static.datafastguru.info Pop-Up Message

The Static.datafastguru.info window may appear suddenly, without warning, interrupting computer users attempting to use the affected computer normally. The Static.datafastguru.info message indicates that it is necessary to update Java. In most cases, the Static.datafastguru.info pop-up message is a symptom of a PUP (or even a threat) present on the affected computer. In some cases, however, the Static.datafastguru.info pop-up may merely indicate a problem with the website being visited. The difference is obvious: if the Static.datafastguru.info pop-up message only appears when visiting one particular website, this may mean that the problem is present on that one website. However, if the Static.datafastguru.info appears repeatedly and regardless of the content being viewed, this may mean that a PUP has affected the victim's Web browser. In both cases, malware researchers advise regarding the Static.datafastguru.info pop-up as a symptom of a problem on the affected Web browser and following up accordingly. Computer users should refuse any supposed updates, not download any content, and use a reliable security application that is fully up-to-date to perform a thorough scan of the affected computer. It is important to note that many security programs may not be capable of detecting PUPs. Because of this, malware analysts strongly recommend ensuring that your computer contains a security application that is effective when dealing with such low-level threats.

Problems that may be Linked to Static.datafastguru.info Pop-Ups

Problems that may be created by PUPs and other low-level threats that may cause pop-ups and redirects such as those associated with Static.datafastguru.info may encompass:

• PUPs associated with Static.datafastguru.info may cause affected Web browsers to display new windows or Web browser tabs containing Static.datafastguru.info repeatedly and without any cause or warning.
• Static.datafastguru.info pop-up windows and new Web browser tabs may be difficult to close. When computer users try to close a Static.datafastguru.info pop-up window, an error message may appear or new windows may be opened automatically.
• PUPs linked to Static.datafastguru.info may provoke Web browser redirections and make the affected Web browser direct computer users to Web pages linked to Static.datafastguru.info or to this low-quality website itself. These PUPs may also prevent access to certain websites, such as search engines, instead leading computer users to fake search engines that may be designed to deliver advertisements rather than legitimate search results.
• Fake software updates for Flash Player, Web browsers or Java (such as the one distributed through the Static.datafastguru.info pop-up window) are among the most popular ways of distributing threats and PUPs. Because of this, Static.datafastguru.info pop-ups may endanger your computer or put it at risk for additional PUP infections.
• The main purpose of PUPs linked to Static.datafastguru.info may be to profit from advertising and affiliate marketing. Because of this, their presence on your computer may be accompanied by a large number of irritating, unwanted advertisements.