Website Screen Protection
Threat Scorecard
EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecard
EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards are assessment reports for different malware threats which have been collected and analyzed by our research team. EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards evaluate and rank threats using several metrics including real-world and potential risk factors, trends, frequency, prevalence, and persistence. EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards are updated regularly based on our research data and metrics and are useful for a wide range of computer users, from end users seeking solutions to remove malware from their systems to security experts analyzing threats.
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Ranking: The ranking of a particular threat in EnigmaSoft’s Threat Database.
Severity Level: The determined severity level of an object, represented numerically, based on our risk modeling process and research, as explained in our Threat Assessment Criteria.
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: | 10,475 |
| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 48 |
| First Seen: | January 16, 2023 |
| Last Seen: | September 26, 2023 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The Website Screen Protection is a browser extension that claims to be a parental control tool, allowing users to block websites manually. However, upon closer inspection, it appears that this software is adware. Adware works by displaying advertisements on the user's Web browser to generate revenue for the developer. This means that while the Website Screen Protection may appear to be providing a useful service, its primary purpose is to make money from advertisements. As such, users should be aware of the potential risks associated with using this extension and consider alternative solutions for website blocking.
Risks Posed by Adware and PUPs, Such as the Website Screen Protection
Adware, such as the Website Screen Protection, could be both intrusive and disruptive. Applications of this type are known for running advertisement campaigns on visited Web pages and other interfaces. Users with adware present on their devices also could be shown promotional materials for various schemes, unreliable software and PUPs, etc. There also is the possibility for some intrusive advertisements to contain scripts resulting in downloads or installations that happened without the user's consent.
PUPs, in general, are infamous for having data-tracking abilities. While active, these applications could continuously collect various information - visited URLs, viewed pages, search queries, etc. Some of the more risky PUPs may even try to access sensitive data related to account log-in credentials, personally identifiable details, finance-related data and more. The obtained information could then be sold to third parties or otherwise used for profit. It is important to note that while legitimate products and services may be promoted through these advertisements – it is unlikely that it is happening with the support of their developers and creators.
