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| Ranking: | 12,259 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 1,343 |
| First Seen: | May 12, 2016 |
| Last Seen: | September 4, 2023 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
Computer users that like to add flavor to their experience on the Google and Yahoo search engine may be inclined to install the Twilight Pretty Search browser plug-in that claims to enhance online content. The Twilight Pretty Search software is published by Twilight Tech Co., Ltd. as a tool that you can use to load a customized wallpaper when you visit service from Google Inc. and Yahoo Inc. Unfortunately, the Twilight Pretty Search application is adware, and it may not work as you might expect it would. Security analysts note that the Twilight Pretty Search adware is built with the NSIS app builder and may travel with riskware like the Zaxar Games. The Twilight Pretty Search adware may show pop-ups by Netvideoplayer.com and welcome users to download sponsored applications on their smartphones. The domain mentioned before is not trusted, and you should not follow the instructions that the Twilight Pretty Search adware may show on your screen. PC users that are infected with the Twilight Pretty Search adware may notice shortcuts in the Quick Launch directory of their OS that are placed by Twilight Pretty Search.
The LNK files by Twilight Pretty Search may redirect users to harmful sites, and initiate an automatic download of suspicious programs. Security analysts add that the Twilight Pretty Search adware may alter the functionality of the search bar in the Windows start menu and load results from the Web that include advertisements. The Twilight Pretty Search adware may use ActionScript to load banners, and floating ad-boxes in your browser and extensions like AdBlock and Privacy Badger may not protect your privacy. The Twilight Pretty Search adware may access information like your software configuration, bookmarks, and Internet history to load customized commercials and help advertisers build better market strategies. The Twilight Pretty Search adware may interrupt video streams in your browser to focus your attention on promotional content, and you may wish to use a credible anti-spyware tool to remove its associated binary completely.
File System Details
| # | File Name |
Detections
Detections: The number of confirmed and suspected cases of a particular threat detected on
infected computers as reported by SpyHunter.
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|---|---|---|
| 1. | C:\Program Files\Twilight Tech\Pretty Search\uninstall.exe | |
| 2. | C:\Program Files\twilight tech\pretty search | |
| 3. | dummyDlg.exe |
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