Alhea.com - Adware Distributor or Trusted Website?

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Alhea → Safety Check

First checked 11 months ago

Adware distributor

Website content analyzed

Method: automated checks.

Reputation footprint:

Moderate traffic ranking (#709,383)

How we scored alhea.com

SSL Certificate:

SSL information not available

Positive signals

Long Term Domain
Established Domain

15 /100

Trust Score

13.5 years

Domain Age

#709,383

Global Rank

Location

Last checked November 13, 2024 at 11:51 PM by Gridinsoft Trust Model v1.9.6

What is Alhea?

Alhea.com operates as a browser hijacker implementing adware distribution mechanisms. The platform modifies default search engine configurations and redirects search queries to attacker-controlled infrastructure, enabling monetization through intrusive advertising campaigns including pop-ups, banners, and other unwanted content.

To maintain data security and system integrity, conduct comprehensive anti-malware scanning and exercise heightened caution when encountering similar threat vectors.

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This domain was registered 13 years ago through the company IONOS SE and had the owner 1&1 Internet Limited.

For complaint:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1.8774612631

Is alhea.com safe?

— Unfortunately, not likely.

🚨 Gridinsoft blocks this website because it was classified as adware distributor.

As of November 14, 2024, Alhea.com has a very low trust score of 15/100 according to our algorithm. Through the security analysis, it has been identified as a potential adware distributor. Our detection system has found multiple risk indicators, and we recommend avoiding this website.

Why is alhea.com marked "Adware distributor"?

Gridinsoft evaluates alhea.com, focusing on hosting technology and infrastructure, SSL certificate status, website reputation across multiple databases. We weigh these indicators to calculate the trust score.

Domain registration extends beyond one year, demonstrating the operator's commitment to sustained operations. Extended registration periods for alhea.com indicate planning for long-term presence and operational continuity.

The domain has maintained active status for an extended period, indicating operational stability and established web presence. This longevity for alhea.com suggests legitimate business operations and sustained user engagement over time.

Note: Automated systems are not perfect — while the evidence suggests risk, there is still a chance the site is legitimate. We recommend you check the website using detailed analysis or by contacting the company directly through verified channels.

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Security Risk Detected

15 / 100

Adware distributor

November 13, 2024 at 11:51 PM

Security Advisory: This website poses potential security risks. Please exercise caution when browsing.

Domain Information

Domain Age

13.5 years

Registrant

1&1 Internet Limited

Registrar IONOS SE

Top Level Domain

.com

Generic TLD

Technical Details

IP Address 34.120.128.185

Hosting Provider

AS396982 Google LLC

Kansas City, US

Global Rank

#709,383

Content Analysis

Original website content:

Alhea | Your personal online news agent

Lifestyle, Entertainment and Sports tidbids, how-tos and more!

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures:

Long Term Domain Established Domain

Threat actors responsible for adware distribution deploy unwanted advertising software that compromises system performance and user privacy through unauthorized data collection for targeted advertising campaigns.

How popular is this website?

Popularity

709 383

-23 112

Alhea.com ranks relatively low, which often implies limited traffic. Though a lower profile does not make a site inherently malicious, bad actors sometimes favor less-monitored domains. You should remain alert, and avoid providing sensitive information if in doubt.

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How to block Alhea.com?

Gridinsoft has the capability to block alhea.com domain without requiring further user intervention.

Start by downloading Gridinsoft Anti-Malware to your computer.
Double-click on the gsam-en-install.exe file and follow the on-screen instructions to install the program.
Once the installation of Gridinsoft Anti-Malware is complete, the program will open on the Scan screen.
Click on the "Standard Scan" button.
After the scanning process is finished, click on "Clean Now" to remove any detected threats.
If prompted, restart your system to complete the removal process.

Exclusion

If you wish to visit a blocked "alhea.com" and exclude it from being blocked, you can add it to the exclusions list. Here's how to do it:

Open Gridinsoft Anti-Malware;
Click the Tools tab;
Click the Ignore List;
Click the Internet vertical tab and press "Add...";
Enter "alhea.com" and click Add button.

Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.

Are You the Owner?

If you own Alhea.com, we'd love to hear from you. If you'd like to challenge the trust score assigned, we're happy to take a closer look. You can write to us legal(at)gridinsoft.com. However, please be prepared to provide proof of your business's legitimacy. Introduce yourself with your real name. Please note, we never charge website owners for reviews or reconsideration requests. For more information, please review our Disclaimer.

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