PC Cure+ claims to provide Windows systems optimization[1] services and en-demand virus protection[2]. The application claims to be a 2-in-1 optimizer and on-demand scanner for the best security and performance rates. However, according to mane claims on the internet, PC Cure+ is a
PC Cure+ claims to fix your system
PC Cure+[3] is advertised as an optimization tool and on-demand scanner. Once installed, the tool will scan your system, however, the scan results are always similar – the application diagnose and rate the system as a very dangerous and alerts users by saying something like: “Action needed! Immediate Concern: 5294 unwanted PC issues found. Removing all issues is highly recommended for your PC’s performance.” It is worth to mention, that the scan results are fake and do not trust PC Cure+!
PC Cure+ is a scam
After the full scan, PC Cure+ will provide you with a chance to cure the issues on the system, by hitting the Cure All or Cure Now buttons. Once you press one of them, you will be taken to a shopping cart. The fixing process is not free and if you want to fix all the issues detected by PC Cure+ you have to purchase the product at a high price. Attackers under PC Cure+ will not be fixing the issue, instead, users who buy the product at the very high price. PC Cure+ is a Potentially Unwanted Program and a Scam So what are Potentially Unwanted Programs[4] also known as PUPs are?
Potentially Unwanted Program also known as PUP is a piece software that may perceived as unwanted, despite a possibility that users consented to download it. Such programs can be added to a system without the user’s permission or knowledge.
PUPs may use an implementation that could compromise user privacy and the device’s security. They are capable of redirecting users, delivering ads and monitoring various user and system data. These programs include spyware, adware, and dialers and are ofter downloaded bundled with applications that user wants. Attackers behind PC Cure+ also aims to trick people in order to generate revenue, in this case, it can be called a scam[5]. Scams are attempts to trick users by gaining their confidence in order to obtain money or something else of value. Attackers behind this fake tool attempt to trick users into buying rogue software. Users are highly recommended not to buy PC Cure+, instead, simply remove the program. Once installed the program is able to generate coupons, banners, pop-ups, and other similar ads and enables placement of third-party graphical content. The pop-ups often hide the content of websites and can lead to malicious sites. It is worth to mention that users are recommended not to click on them since it can result in even more damage and infections.
PC Cure+ might monitor user data
PUPs are able to gather IP addresses, Internet Service Provider information, geolocations, user browsing history, search queries, mouse and keyboard activity, and other data. The gathered information might be shared with third-parties that misuse personal details in order to generate profit. In addition, data tracking can lead to identity theft or other privacy issues. How did you get infected? PC Cure+ is distributed using the bundling method and is promoted alongside other programs. The program can be hidden within the custom or advanced settings. As a result, of the user is downloading freeware or other wanted program can download PC Cure+ if the default or recommended settings are set.In this case, users always have to be extra vigilant while downloading and installing freeware or using P2P and other file-sharing sites. Recommendation In order to avoid installation of potentially unwanted programs do not rush when downloading and installing software and select Custom/Advanced settings. Also, you can cancel all additionally-included programs and decline offers to download or install them.
Remove PC Cure+ from your system
The easiest way to remove PC Cure+ from your system is to use Malwarebytes. If you want to remove PC Cure+ from your system using Malwarebytes, follow the steps below:
- You can download Malwarebytes from its official webpage or simply press Malwarebytes
- Once downloaded and installed, click the Scan Now button or go to the Scan tab and click Start Scan button.
- Once the scan is completed select all the PCCurePlus related items and click the Remove Selected button
- Finally, click the Finish button and restart your PC.
Congratulations! If all the steps were taken correctly, PC Cure+ should be removed from your system.
Tomas Statkus is an IT specialist, the team leader, and the founder of Reviewedbypro.com. He has worked in the IT area for over 10 years.
- ^ Optimization (computer science). Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
- ^ On-demand scanner. Webopedia.
- ^ PC Cure+. PC Cure Plus.
- ^ otentially Unwanted Program . Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
- ^ Scam. Business Dictionary.
