DigitalEntry Mac Adware Can Spam You With Ads
During a review of newly discovered suspicious applications, our research team discovered an app named DigitalEntry. Upon further investigation, we determined that DigitalEntry is a type of adware that belongs to the AdLoad malware family. DigitalEntry operates by displaying intrusive advertisements, and it may possess additional malicious capabilities.
Adware is software that is supported by advertising. Its main purpose is to display third-party advertisements on websites and other interfaces visited by users. These ads can endorse scams, dangerous software, and even malware. Additionally, some intrusive ads can download or install software without the user's knowledge or consent.
It is important to note that any legitimate products or services advertised through adware are likely promoted by scammers who abuse affiliate programs to earn illegitimate commissions.
Many adware applications associated with the AdLoad family have browser hijacking features. However, DigitalEntry did not demonstrate such functionality during our testing.
Moreover, this rogue application is likely to collect sensitive user data. The collected data may include browsing and search engine histories, Internet cookies, login credentials, personally identifiable information, credit card numbers, and more. The collected information can then be sold to third parties or used for profit in other ways.
How Can Adware Like DigitalEntry Find Its Way on Your Mac?
Adware like DigitalEntry can find its way onto a Mac in several ways. One common method is through software bundling, where adware is bundled with legitimate software and installed on the system without the user's knowledge or consent. This often happens when users download and install free software from untrusted sources.
Another way adware can infect a Mac is through malicious websites and pop-ups that deceive users into clicking on a button or link that triggers a download or installation of the adware.
In some cases, adware can also be disguised as fake system updates, browser extensions, or plugins that appear to be legitimate but are actually malicious.
It's important for users to be cautious when downloading software from the internet and to only download from trusted sources. They should also keep their Mac and applications up to date with the latest security patches and use reputable antivirus software to scan for and remove any adware infections.
