Warning!!!! Adobe Flash Player Pro Malware
Apr 20, 2014 12:00:45 GMT -5
Post by PrisonerOfHope on Apr 20, 2014 12:00:45 GMT -5
I went through hell trying to get my computer cleaned up after I got infected with this garbage; I spent hours getting my computer cleaned up, all the while cussing out and damning the dirtbags behind the mess. Seriously, can't people find something more productive to do with their time than make others miserable? Please be aware of this scam; don't fall for it!
How to remove Flash Player Pro malware – Fake Flash Player removal instructions (Uninstall guide)
What is Flash Player Pro malware?
Flash Player Pro malwareFlash Player Pro by Air Software, also referred to as the A Flash Player Update is Required to View this Content virus, Flash Player Pro virus or simply the Flash Player virus is a useless program we discovered that aggressively promotes itself as a legitimate flash player, but instead causes many problems for computer users. Flash Player Pro attempts to appear like Adobe Flash or an Adobe Flash update but F.P. Pro is in no way associated with Adobe, Microsoft, or any realistic media environment, and is not required to view content. Flash Player Pro is malware, in particular a browser hijacker that orchestrates the primary objective to infect a computer with third-party adware and spyware, cause unwanted browser redirections to websites and unethical search engines such as Conduit, and collect sensitive information. The fake Flash Player causes unwanted advertisements to appear, including in-text, pop-up, coupon malware, and more, and also allows third-parties to change the home page, default search engine, and browser shortcuts of Google Chrome, Microsoft Internet Explorer, and Mozilla Firefox causing redirects to search.conduit.com, and other unwanted search engines that may not show the domain name in the address bar (masked domain). The Flash Player Pro malware also promotes and installs alongside (bundles with) dangerous third-party malware including scareware that performs fake computer scans for security issues that do not exist, then asks for the software item to be registered in order to correct the issues.
remove Flash Player Pro malware
Flash Player Pro is dangerous for many reasons concerning the privacy of computer users. Victims of Flash Player Pro complain of a large amount of email spam, telemarketers, and junk mail. Flash Player Pro and associated third-parties collect and use sensitive information, which may include data submitted into online forms like passwords, bank accounts, user names, home addresses, telephone numbers, email addresses, and more. This information is then sold or used by third-parties as part of a marketing list that the victim has no knowledge of. Information may also be used in conjunction with extortion schemes, credit theft, and identity theft. Scam artists may use the information in regards to phishing attempts.
Flash Player Pro installs alongside many third-party items, including browser add-ons, extensions, and toolbars. If Flash Player Pro installed to your computer, it is likely that these third party items are present on your computer and are causing symptoms related to the previously discussed. Removing third-party browser items often stops unwanted advertisements from appearing and unwanted browser redirections from occurring. To remove or uninstall Flash Player Pro and third-party malware, please see the free Flash Player Pro removal instructions further below.
How does Flash Player Pro infect a computer?
Flash Player Pro can be contracted a variety of ways. Flash Player Pro can be manually and voluntarily downloaded from a variety of websites such as treyeats.com and update91.com, as Flash Player Pro promotes itself as a realistic Flash Player and may attempt to trick users to believe that it is Adobe Flash Player, or in some cases an update for Adobe Flash Player. Flash Player Pro also bundles with third-party software installers. If you recently downloaded software from sites such as download.com, chances are malware like Flash Player Pro installed with the item too.
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How to remove Flash Player Pro malware – Fake Flash Player removal instructions (Uninstall guide)
What is Flash Player Pro malware?
Flash Player Pro malwareFlash Player Pro by Air Software, also referred to as the A Flash Player Update is Required to View this Content virus, Flash Player Pro virus or simply the Flash Player virus is a useless program we discovered that aggressively promotes itself as a legitimate flash player, but instead causes many problems for computer users. Flash Player Pro attempts to appear like Adobe Flash or an Adobe Flash update but F.P. Pro is in no way associated with Adobe, Microsoft, or any realistic media environment, and is not required to view content. Flash Player Pro is malware, in particular a browser hijacker that orchestrates the primary objective to infect a computer with third-party adware and spyware, cause unwanted browser redirections to websites and unethical search engines such as Conduit, and collect sensitive information. The fake Flash Player causes unwanted advertisements to appear, including in-text, pop-up, coupon malware, and more, and also allows third-parties to change the home page, default search engine, and browser shortcuts of Google Chrome, Microsoft Internet Explorer, and Mozilla Firefox causing redirects to search.conduit.com, and other unwanted search engines that may not show the domain name in the address bar (masked domain). The Flash Player Pro malware also promotes and installs alongside (bundles with) dangerous third-party malware including scareware that performs fake computer scans for security issues that do not exist, then asks for the software item to be registered in order to correct the issues.
remove Flash Player Pro malware
Flash Player Pro is dangerous for many reasons concerning the privacy of computer users. Victims of Flash Player Pro complain of a large amount of email spam, telemarketers, and junk mail. Flash Player Pro and associated third-parties collect and use sensitive information, which may include data submitted into online forms like passwords, bank accounts, user names, home addresses, telephone numbers, email addresses, and more. This information is then sold or used by third-parties as part of a marketing list that the victim has no knowledge of. Information may also be used in conjunction with extortion schemes, credit theft, and identity theft. Scam artists may use the information in regards to phishing attempts.
Flash Player Pro installs alongside many third-party items, including browser add-ons, extensions, and toolbars. If Flash Player Pro installed to your computer, it is likely that these third party items are present on your computer and are causing symptoms related to the previously discussed. Removing third-party browser items often stops unwanted advertisements from appearing and unwanted browser redirections from occurring. To remove or uninstall Flash Player Pro and third-party malware, please see the free Flash Player Pro removal instructions further below.
How does Flash Player Pro infect a computer?
Flash Player Pro can be contracted a variety of ways. Flash Player Pro can be manually and voluntarily downloaded from a variety of websites such as treyeats.com and update91.com, as Flash Player Pro promotes itself as a realistic Flash Player and may attempt to trick users to believe that it is Adobe Flash Player, or in some cases an update for Adobe Flash Player. Flash Player Pro also bundles with third-party software installers. If you recently downloaded software from sites such as download.com, chances are malware like Flash Player Pro installed with the item too.
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