Deceiving domain - search.certified-toolbar.com
Search.certified-toolbar.com is a fake search engine that keeps loading its search page whenever the user tries to access the infected web browser. We claim that there is no use of this rogue provider as it takes search results from Google or another legitimate search engine and provides them as its own.
Also, if you are using Search certified toolbar instead of a trustworthy engine, you are very likely to experience a wide range of unwanted activities. First of all, the app can add odd shortcuts to the desktop and start menu of your Windows computer. Then, it can alter major browser settings such as the default search zone, main page, new tab URL bar, display bogus offers for playing online games, purchasing rogue security software, getting involved in sales, etc.
However, this is not all that is yet to come while dealing with search.certified-toolbar.com. The virus can also redirect you to affiliate domains some of which can be potentially malicious and seek to pass a dangerous infection to you. To add, the app can gather non-personal information that is related to your browsing sessions, experience, habits, and use all of the collected details for earning income or getting involved in targeted advertising campaigns.
| Name | search.certified-toolbar.com |
|---|---|
| Type | Browser hijacker/PUP |
| Detections | According to VirusTotal, 4 AV tools find this app as a malicious one, and one program discovers the product as suspicious |
| Alterings | The app aims to modify major web browser settings such as the default search engine, new tab URL, and homepage. Also, it adds shortcuts to your Windows desktop and start menu |
| Tasks | Dealing with this PUP can bring you loads of intrusive advertisements, redirects, and the collection of browsing-related information |
search.certified-toolbar.com violations
2CR-001: The browser hijacker displays various advertisements some of which are game offers
2CR-015: The URL has been detected as malware by four AV engines and as suspicious by one antivirus tool
2CR-004: The app hijacks web browser settings such as the default search provider, homepage, and new tab URL bar
