Browser redirect malware, as the name suggests are the malware/viruses, whose purpose is to redirect you to a malicious website or to some advertising websites, or websites that will help the malware writers earn money or gather important data.
These browser redirect viruses can spread through internet,
can come attached with useful software, or can be simply transferred by
external storage devices. Once these browser redirect viruses get installed and
operational on the compromised system, they then automatically redirect the
user to malicious websites, scam websites, advertising websites etc., while the
user browses the internet. The TDL 4 rootkits, bootkits, and malicious browser
add-ons are some of the common known variants of browser redirect viruses.
A browser redirect virus can be very harmful to user and his
data. The browser redirect virus can redirect the user to a webpage that can
steal user’s private information, fool user into a scam, or install other
malicious programs and viruses in the compromised system etc.
In order to remove the Browser Redirect viruses, follow the
below mentioned steps:
- Install comprehensive antivirus software, such as Bitdefender antivirus.
- Open the main interface of Bitdefender antivirus.
- Run a quick scan or full system scan.
- The Bitdefender antivirus will automatically detect all the hidden malware and viruses, including browser redirect viruses, and list them in the found infections list.
- Simply delete all the found viruses and malware.
However, if you face any difficulties in running a
Bitdefender scan or have problems in using Bitdefender features. Then, it is
best that you contact the experts and avail their seasoned Bitdefender support.
SupportBuddy is an independent third-party tech support company
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