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. dock, 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. Till exempel, 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, användarnamn, passwords, personal details, financial info, and more. 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 | |
| Typ | Unwanted Extension |
| Upptäckt | SwiftSeek Adware |
| Symtom | Your computer becomes slower than normal, you see unwanted pop-up ads, and you are redirected to dubious websites. |
| Distribution | Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling), torrent file downloads. |
| Skada | Internet browser tracking (potential privacy issues), display of unwanted ads, redirects to dubious websites, loss of private information. |
| Removal (Windows) | To eliminate possible malware infections, scan your computer with legitimate antivirus software. I recommend using Trojan Remover. |
Conclusion
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 “Advanced” eller “Custom” 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. Dessutom, avoid interacting with suspicious links, pop-ups, or ads, and ensure your software and operating system are regularly updated.
dessutom, 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 sticker ut som det främsta valet för att utrota ransomware-hotet och återställa ditt system. Den har en avancerad skanningsmotor som upptäcker ransomware i alla former och möjliggör riktade skanningar med sin Custom Scan-funktion.
För att navigera runt ransomwarens exekveringsblock, starta upp din PC Säkert läge med nätverk. Detta kan göras via felsökningspanelen genom att starta om din dator samtidigt som du håller ned Skift-tangenten, navigerar till Startinställningar, och välja Windows 10 Säkert läge med nätverk.
I felsäkert läge, starta Loaris-installationsprogrammet, följ installationsanvisningarna, och aktivera den kostnadsfria provperioden för full funktionalitet.
När din dator startar i felsäkert läge, starta installationsfilen för Loaris och vänta tills programmet är installerat. Det kan ta flera minuter. Efter det, programmet kommer att erbjuda dig för att aktivera en gratis rättegång. Denna åtgärd rekommenderas eftersom den låter dig använda alla funktioner i Trojan Remover. Ange bara din e-postadress och få en gratis provkod.
När testversionen är aktiverad, starta hela skanningen. Det kan hålla för 20-30 minuter, så ha tålamod. Du kan använda din dator under denna operation utan några begränsningar.
Efter skanningen, du kommer att se listan över upptäckta hot. Som standard, programmet utser lämpliga åtgärder för varje detektion. Särskilt, for the SwiftSeek Extension is a removed. dock, du kan hantera dessa åtgärder genom att klicka på etiketten till höger om upptäckten om du tror att vissa upptäckta föremål kan behöva en annan åtgärd.
Omvänt, om Trojan Remover identifierar skadlig programvara, starta om din dator för att stoppa alla skadliga processer som är aktiva i Windows-minnet. Att genomföra ytterligare en fullständig systemgenomsökning efter omstart är klokt för att fånga upp eventuellt replikerad skadlig programvara. Denna efterföljande skanning kommer att gå snabbare, fokusera på nyligen tillagda eller ändrade filer.
Slutför den andra genomsökningen och gå vidare till nästa steg om det inte upptäcker någon skadlig programvara. Om den identifierar skadlig programvara, gå igenom din karantänlista igen, eliminera alla verifierade hot, och starta sedan om din PC. Upprepa dessa steg tills ditt system är fritt från skadlig programvara.