Adware.BrowseFox.B
Threat Scorecard
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| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 64 |
| First Seen: | September 21, 2021 |
| Last Seen: | September 19, 2025 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Adware.BrowseFox.B on your system indicates the presence of a potentially unwanted program that may be causing disruptions to your browsing experience and potentially compromising your system's security. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take immediate action to remove it from your system to prevent further damage.
Table of Contents
What Is Adware.BrowseFox.B?
Adware.BrowseFox.B is a type of adware program designed to display unwanted advertisements on infected systems, often in the form of pop-ups, banners, or sponsored content. This type of malware can be particularly frustrating for users, as it can slow down system performance, redirect browsing sessions, and even collect sensitive user data. Adware programs like Adware.BrowseFox.B are often bundled with free software downloads or installed through exploited vulnerabilities in the system or applications.
How Adware.BrowseFox.B Operates
Once installed, Adware.BrowseFox.B can operate in various ways to achieve its goals. It may monitor browsing habits, collecting data on visited websites, search queries, and other online activities. This information can be used to deliver targeted advertisements, increasing the likelihood of user interaction. Additionally, Adware.BrowseFox.B may alter system settings, such as changing the default homepage or search engine, to further increase its reach and impact. In some cases, adware programs can also download and install additional malware or unwanted software, exacerbating the security risks to the infected system.
Symptoms of Infection
Identifying an Adware.BrowseFox.B infection can be challenging, as its symptoms may resemble those of other malware or system issues. However, common indicators of infection include an increase in unwanted advertisements, unexpected changes to browser settings, slow system performance, and frequent redirects to suspicious websites. Users may also notice unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on their system, which can be a sign of adware activity.
- Increased appearance of pop-ups, banners, and other forms of unwanted advertisements
- Changes to browser settings, such as a new default homepage or search engine
- Slow system performance or increased memory usage
- Frequent redirects to suspicious or unfamiliar websites
- Appearance of unfamiliar programs or toolbars on the system
How to Remove Adware.BrowseFox.B
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent Adware.BrowseFox.B from loading and to allow for a more effective removal process.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all components of the adware program.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the adware infection, taking care to follow the uninstallation instructions carefully to ensure complete removal.
- Reset your browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings to remove any changes made by the adware program and to ensure that all associated extensions or add-ons are removed.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all remnants of Adware.BrowseFox.B have been successfully removed.
Conclusion
Removing Adware.BrowseFox.B from your system is crucial to restoring your browsing experience and protecting your personal data. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining good security practices, such as regularly updating your operating system and applications, using strong antivirus software, and being cautious when downloading free software, you can significantly reduce the risk of future malware infections. Remember, vigilance and proactive measures are key to safeguarding your digital environment against the evolving threats of the online world.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Adware.BrowseFox.B |
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| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
c38e447c198ff20476a7c11b0f323244
SHA1:
253d936ccc5cc12e483ff09bb12aa8b216a4de94
SHA256:
6B2B84C2581E9FE4BEF3984D9280F0605ED843B985286C72B0FDD63AD4A3943B
File Size:
3.72 MB, 3717660 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have debug information
- File doesn't have exports table
- File doesn't have security information
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
- File is Native application (NOT .NET application)
- File is not packed
- IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
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- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
Windows PE Version Information
Windows PE Version Information
This section displays values and attributes that have been set in the Windows file version information data structure for samples within this family. To mislead users, malware actors often add fake version information mimicking legitimate software.| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| File Version | 1.0.6903.33473 |
| Product Version | 1.0.6903.33473 |
File Traits
- x86
Block Information
Block Information
During analysis, EnigmaSoft breaks file samples into logical blocks for classification and comparison with other samples. Blocks can be used to generate malware detection rules and to group file samples into families based on shared source code, functionality and other distinguishing attributes and characteristics. This section lists a summary of this block data, as well as its classification by EnigmaSoft. A visual representation of the block data is also displayed, where available.| Total Blocks: | 5,813 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 1,055 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 4,692 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 66 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
Similar Families
Similar Families
This section lists other families that share similarities with this family, based on EnigmaSoft’s analysis. Many malware families are created from the same malware toolkits and use the same packing and encryption techniques but uniquely extend functionality. Similar families may also share source code, attributes, icons, subcomponents, compromised and/or invalid digital signatures, and network characteristics. Researchers leverage these similarities to rapidly and effectively triage file samples and extend malware detection rules.- BrowseFox.B
Windows API Usage
Windows API Usage
This section lists Windows API calls that are used by the samples in this family. Windows API usage analysis is a valuable tool that can help identify malicious activity, such as keylogging, security privilege escalation, data encryption, data exfiltration, interference with antivirus software, and network request manipulation.| Category | API |
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| User Data Access |
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| Encryption Used |
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| Network Winhttp |
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