Gotoyahoo.com - Adware Distributor or Trusted Website?
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Gotoyahoo.com Adware distributor

December 29, 2024 at 6:01 PM
Adware distributor
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Danger Zone
Risky Territory
Caution Advised
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Gotoyahoo → Safety Check

First checked 9 months ago
Adware distributor
Limited or thin content
Method: automated checks.
Reputation footprint:
Limited traffic and third-party mentions (#4,526,379)
Captured Image: Desktop View as for 2024-12-29 20:01:13

How we scored gotoyahoo.com

SSL Certificate:
SSL information not available
Positive signals
  • Long Term Domain
Risk indicators
  • Phishing - High Risk
  • Young Domain
Last checked December 29, 2024 at 6:01 PM by Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.0.1

What is Gotoyahoo?

Gotoyahoo.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.

This domain was registered 1 year ago through the company Tucows Domains Inc. and owner is unknown.

For complaint:
  1. Email: [email protected]
  2. Phone: +1.4165350123

Is gotoyahoo.com safe?

— Unfortunately, not likely.

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

As of December 29, 2024, Gotoyahoo.com has a very low trust score of 3/100 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 gotoyahoo.com marked "Adware distributor"?

Gridinsoft evaluates gotoyahoo.com, focusing on limited website popularity, suspicious content indicators (Phishing - High Risk, Young Domain), hosting technology and infrastructure, SSL certificate status, website reputation across multiple databases. We weigh these indicators to calculate the trust score.

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.

Gotoyahoo Digital Footprints

Phishing - High Risk

The gotoyahoo.com website exhibits strong similarities to known phishing operations designed to impersonate trusted entities and steal user credentials, payment information, or personal data. Exercise extreme caution when interacting with gotoyahoo.com and avoid entering sensitive information.

Long Term Domain

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

Young Domain

Domain registration occurred recently, establishing gotoyahoo.com as a newly created web property. New domains typically lack established reputation metrics, user reviews, or historical performance data, necessitating additional verification before engagement.

Color Guide
  • Requires special attention: Indicates areas with potential risks or issues that need careful review.

  • Positive indicators: Highlights trusted elements or reliable features that enhance user confidence.

  • Exercise caution: Signals areas where user data is involved or points that may require additional care.

  • Neutral: Provides information without indicating risk or reliability, serving as general context only.

Security Risk Detected

3 / 100
Adware distributor
December 29, 2024 at 6:01 PM

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

Domain Information

Domain Age
1.2 years
Registrar Tucows Domains Inc.
Top Level Domain
.com
Generic TLD

Technical Details

IP Address 74.208.207.167
Hosting Provider
AS8560 IONOS SE
Kansas City, US
Global Rank
#4,526,379
Primary Language

Content Analysis

Original website content:

Google

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures:
Phishing - High Risk Long Term Domain Young Domain

These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.

Security Fingerprint
sixteen-violet-salami-rugby
Unique identifier based on site analysis
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
4 526 379
+854 237
Gotoyahoo.com has a very low visibility ranking. While many such sites are perfectly legitimate, attackers may also use obscure domains for scam pages or other malicious purposes.

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How to block Gotoyahoo.com?

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

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

Exclusion

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

  1. Open Gridinsoft Anti-Malware;
  2. Click the Tools tab;
  3. Click the Ignore List;
  4. Click the Internet vertical tab and press "Add...";
  5. Enter "gotoyahoo.com" and click Add button.

Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.

Are You the Owner?

If you own Gotoyahoo.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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