2014年7月26日星期六

What is Rev2pub.adk2.net - How to remove it?

What is Rev2pub.adk2.net:

Rev2pub.adk2.net or Rev2pub.adk2.net Pop-Up Ads by is a browser hijacker, which could take over some functions of your web browsers by redirecting you to unwanted pages or allowing various questionable messages to appear in pop-up or pop below form. The Rev2pub.adk2.net hijacker may also automatically load as your default starting home page in some instances. Rev2pub.adk2.net loads unwanted advertisements on a random webpage that you visit. The PUP will show ads into all well-known browsers like Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome.

Generally, users that have it installed on their systems might see different pop-ups, banners, search suggestions, sponsored link advertisements displayed on popular pages. You might also see a little button referring you to similar products which will be offered by the PUP. The search results can also be altered, displaying information loaded with spam and third-party advertising.

Rev2pub.adk2.net is usually bundled with other free software products and is being installed by default, when the user accepts the EULA, while performing an express/recommended installation of that software. The possible distribution of Rev2pub.adk2.net varies, but is not limited to – installing third-party toolbars, free software products, downloading e-mail attachments, clicking on ads or banners etc..

The purpose of Rev2pub.adk2.net is to attract more users to their domains so that the creators of such or similar adware or malware could generate income from online traffic, and would collect information that might be used to compromise the user. Rev2pub.adk2.net may use cookies and other relevant information to steal your personal details. That is the reason why this malware infection should not be left unattended, and it needs to be terminated immediately, as it is a serious threat to your online security.

!!! Please note that these infections could potentially bring up other malware to your computer and even cause a loss of data. Please do not underestimate such threats.

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