Our researchers recently came across SwiftSeek, a browser extension found in an installer promoted by a misleading webpage during a routine check of suspicious sites.
Browser hijackers like SwiftSeek change your browser settings to redirect you to fake search engines. They often track your data as well.
SwiftSeek Overview
These programs set promoted pages as your default search engine, homepage, and new tab page. Så, whenever you search or open a new tab, you’re taken to their chosen site.
When we looked into SwiftSeek, it redirected users to finditfasts.com. Since fake search engines usually can’t generate real results, they often send you to legitimate sites like Bing or Google. derimot, finditfasts.com redirected to potterfun.com, another unreliable search site.
Potterfun.com can show search results, but they might be inaccurate or include sponsored, untrustworthy, or harmful content. SwiftSeek could also promote other fake search engines. The redirects you experience might change based on factors like where you are located.
Browser hijackers often prevent you from fixing your browser settings. SwiftSeek uses the “Managed by your organization” feature in Google Chrome to do this.
Here is claim from user:
I got malware which is named swiftseek in my search engine! I literally cant find my google search bar and add shortcuts. I watched YouTube videos to solve this problem and the issue still keep existing. For eksempel, I went to the settings and click search engine, and tried to change to google mode. But the option is like faded so that I cant change and it made me frustrated.
These programs usually track data, and SwiftSeek might collect information like websites you visit, pages you view, search queries, cookies, brukernavn, passwords, personal details, financial info, og mer. They might sell this data to others.
In short, having software like SwiftSeek on your device can lead to infections, privacy problems, financial losses, and even identity theft.
| SwiftSeek Chrome Extension | |
| Type | Unwanted Extension |
| Gjenkjenning | SwiftSeek Adware |
| Symptomer | Your computer becomes slower than normal, you see unwanted pop-up ads, and you are redirected to dubious websites. |
| Distribusjon | Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling), torrent file downloads. |
| Skader | Internet browser tracking (potential privacy issues), display of unwanted ads, redirects to dubious websites, loss of private information. |
| Fjerning (Windows) | For å eliminere mulige malware-infeksjoner, skann datamaskinen med legitim antivirusprogramvare. I recommend using Trojanske fjerner. |
Konklusjon
Unwanted extensions can seriously compromise your privacy and security. They may lead to malware infections or data theft, making it crucial to promptly remove any suspicious extensions and only download from trusted sources. Some notorious examples of such extensions include Bull Checker, Download Files Now, and FortyFy.
How Did SwiftSeek Extension on My Computer?
Extension like SwiftSeek often find their way onto computers via unofficial app stores or deceptive websites. P2P networks, third-party downloaders, misleading pop-ups, and advertisements are also common conduits for distributing unwanted extensions and deceiving users into installing them.
Another prevalent method is bundling unwanted apps and extensions with free and dubious software. During the installation process, users might overlook bundled offers if they do not opt for “Avansert” eller “Tilpasset” installation settings, where such offers can typically be declined.
To prevent unwanted installations, always download extensions, apps, and software from official websites or reputable app stores. I tillegg, avoid interacting with suspicious links, pop-ups, or ads, and ensure your software and operating system are regularly updated.
Dessuten, consistently use a trusted antivirus program to scan your computer for threats. If your computer has already been compromised by rogue applications, consider running a scan with Loaris Trojan Remover to automatically remove them.
How to remove SwiftSeek?
Loaris Trojan Remover skiller seg ut som det fremste valget for å utrydde løsepengevaretrusselen og gjenopprette systemet ditt. Den har en avansert skannemotor som oppdager løsepengevare i alle former og tillater målrettede skanninger med funksjonen Custom Scan..
For å navigere rundt løsepengevarens utførelsesblokker, starte PC-en din inn Sikkermodus med nettverk. Dette kan gjøres gjennom feilsøkingspanelet ved å starte PC-en på nytt mens du holder nede Shift-tasten, navigerer til oppstartsinnstillinger, og velge Windows 10 Sikkermodus med nettverk.
I sikkermodus, start Loaris-installasjonsprogrammet, følg installasjonsinstruksjonene, og aktiver den gratis prøveversjonen for full funksjonalitet.
Når PC-en er startet opp i sikkermodus, start installasjonsfilen for Loaris og vent til programmet er installert. Det kan ta flere minutter. Etter det, programmet vil tilby deg for å aktivere en gratis prøve. Denne handlingen anbefales siden den lar deg bruke den fulle funksjonaliteten til Trojan Remover. Bare skriv inn e-postadressen din og motta en gratis prøvekode.
Når prøveversjonen er aktivert, starte hele skanningen. Det kan vare til 20-30 minutter, så ha tålmodighet. Du kan bruke datamaskinen under denne operasjonen uten noen begrensninger.
Etter skanningen, du vil se listen over oppdagede trusler. Som standard, programmet utpeker passende handlinger for hver deteksjon. Spesielt, for the SwiftSeek Extension is a removed. derimot, du kan administrere disse handlingene ved å klikke på etiketten på høyre side av deteksjonen hvis du tror at enkelte gjenstander kan trenge en annen handling.
Omvendt, hvis Trojan Remover identifiserer skadelig programvare, start PC-en på nytt for å stoppe skadevareprosesser som er aktive i Windows-minnet. Å gjennomføre en ny full systemskanning etter omstart er fornuftig for å fange opp potensielt replikert skadelig programvare. Denne påfølgende skanningen vil være raskere, med fokus på nylig lagt til eller endret filer.
Fullfør den andre skanningen og gå videre til de neste trinnene hvis den ikke oppdager skadelig programvare. Hvis den identifiserer skadelig programvare, gå tilbake til karantenelisten din, eliminere eventuelle bekreftede trusler, og start deretter PC-en på nytt. Gjenta disse trinnene til systemet ditt er fritt for skadelig programvare.