Video Ad Remover
Threat Scorecard
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| Ranking: | 10,968 |
| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 219 |
| First Seen: | May 8, 2022 |
| Last Seen: | September 10, 2023 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The Video Ad Remover application is not one that users are likely to intentionally seek out and install. After all, it is a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Program) with adware capabilities. As such, the application has been found to be distributed by untrustworthy websites that show misleading messages to their visitors, in an attempt to convince them that is absolutely necessary to install the Video Ad Remover as soon as possible.
However, once deployed on the computer, the Video Ad Remover quickly reveals its true nature. The application will begin running an obnoxious ad campaign that will make the device to be flooded with unwanted advertisements. More importantly, users should avoid interacting with the generated advertisements or risk being taken to additional shady destinations. It is not uncommon for the advertisements associated with such unproven sources, to promote hoax websites, fake giveaways, phishing schemes, suspicious gambling platforms and more. Users also may be taken to websites spreading additional PUPs, masquerading as useful applications.
Keep in mind that most PUPs also are equipped with data-tracking functionalities. These invasive applications could be collecting browsing information and device details and transmitting them to their operators continuously. Some PUPs may even try to access autofill information saved in the user's browser. Such data usually consists of account credentials, banking details, credit/debit card numbers, and more information that users wouldn't want to become available to third parties.
