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Gotoyahoo.com Adware distributor

December 29, 2024 at 6:01 PM
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Dec 29, 2024
Website screenshot of Gotoyahoo.com
Adware distributor
3
Trust Score
#4,526,379
Global Rank
US
Location
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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.

What is Gotoyahoo.com?

Is gotoyahoo.com safe? Unfortunately, not likely. Gridinsoft Anti-malware block the gotoyahoo.com because it was clasified as adware distributor. This domain was registered 10 months ago through the company Tucows Domains Inc. and owner is unknown. The contact email for complaint is [email protected] or by phone at +1.4165350123.

Gotoyahoo.com Digital Footprints

Phishing - High Risk

The 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

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

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

This security assessment is based on automated analysis and community feedback. The score is based on a 1-100 scale, with 100 being the most reputable.

Domain Information

Domain Age
318 days
Recently Registered
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:

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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.

Whois Record

Domain Registration Record

Complete WHOIS information for Gotoyahoo.com

General

Domain Name GOTOYAHOO.COM
Registry Domain ID 2901344663_DOMAIN_COM-VRSN

Registrar Information

Registrar WHOIS Server whois.tucows.com
Registrar URL http://www.tucows.com
Registrar Tucows Domains Inc.
Registrar IANA ID 69
Registrar Abuse Contact Email [email protected]
Registrar Abuse Contact Phone +1.4165350123
Domain Status clientUpdateProhibited https://icann.org/epp#clientUpdateProhibited

Important Dates

Updated Date 2024-07-22T11:26:20Z
Creation Date 2024-07-22T11:26:20Z
Registry Expiry Date 2026-07-22T11:26:20Z

Name Servers

Name Server NS3.LIVEDNS.CO.UK
DNSSEC unsigned
URL Of The ICANN Whois Inaccuracy Complaint Form https://www.icann.org/wicf/ 
   Domain Name: GOTOYAHOO.COM
   Registry Domain ID: 2901344663_DOMAIN_COM-VRSN
   Registrar WHOIS Server: whois.tucows.com
   Registrar URL: http://www.tucows.com
   Updated Date: 2024-07-22T11:26:20Z
   Creation Date: 2024-07-22T11:26:20Z
   Registry Expiry Date: 2026-07-22T11:26:20Z
   Registrar: Tucows Domains Inc.
   Registrar IANA ID: 69
   Registrar Abuse Contact Email: [email protected]
   Registrar Abuse Contact Phone: +1.4165350123
   Domain Status: clientTransferProhibited https://icann.org/epp#clientTransferProhibited
   Domain Status: clientUpdateProhibited https://icann.org/epp#clientUpdateProhibited
   Name Server: NS1.LIVEDNS.CO.UK
   Name Server: NS2.LIVEDNS.CO.UK
   Name Server: NS3.LIVEDNS.CO.UK
   DNSSEC: unsigned
   URL of the ICANN Whois Inaccuracy Complaint Form: https://www.icann.org/wicf/

Are You the Owner of Gotoyahoo.com?

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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