Video Player Plus
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: | 3,814 |
| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 492 |
| First Seen: | January 12, 2023 |
| Last Seen: | September 27, 2023 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The Video Player Plus is a browser extension that claims to allow users to download videos in multiple formats. However, it is an adware that will likely run intrusive ad campaigns and display advertisements on visited sites and even different interfaces. The Video Player Plus extension is being spread via an official website. However, its developers also have employed other, less trustworthy methods, such as promoting the application via deceptive websites.
The advertisements associated with such dubious sources could lead users to schemes, threatening software and other unsafe content. Furthermore, adware extensions and PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Programs) are usually equipped with the necessary functionality to collect private data, such as browsing histories, usernames/passwords, and sometimes even personally identifiable details.
Adware may not always display advertisements depending on certain conditions like incompatible browser/system specs or user geolocation. Nevertheless, the presence of such applications on a system could still pose a risk to user safety due to potential privacy issues. Additionally, the collected information can be sold to third parties or exploited in other ways for profit. In conclusion, adware applications should be avoided due to the possible risks associated with their presence on the device.
Adware can sometimes be difficult to detect and remove. Therefore, it is recommended that users employ a reliable anti-malware solution to scan their computers and devices for any intrusive software or potential threats. To stay safe, users should also be mindful of the websites they visit and the content they download.
