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Startfenster.de Adware distributor

February 21, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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Feb 21, 2025
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Adware distributor
10
Trust Score
#172,324
Global Rank
DE
Location
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Startfenster.de 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.

Is startfenster.de safe?

— Unfortunately, not likely.

🚨 Gridinsoft Anti-malware blocks startfenster.de because it was classified as adware distributor.

Through our comprehensive security analysis, startfenster.de has been identified as a potential adware distributor. Our multi-layered detection system has found multiple risk indicators, and we recommend avoiding this website. Gridinsoft evaluates dozens of security parameters, focusing on suspicious content indicators (Young Domain), hosting technology and infrastructure, SSL certificate status, website reputation across multiple databases. These factors are combined with our machine learning model to generate a comprehensive risk assessment. Startfenster.de has a very low trust score of 10/100 according to our algorithm.

The website implements data collection forms requesting personal information including names, email addresses, phone numbers, or other sensitive details. Users should verify the legitimacy of startfenster.de and review privacy policies before submitting personal data.

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

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.

Security Risk Detected

Adware distributor
10 / 100
Trust Score
February 21, 2025 at 11:30 AM

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

Domain Information

Top Level Domain
.de
Country Code TLD
Domain Name Startfenster.de
WHOIS data not available
Registration details are private or not accessible for this domain.

Technical Details

IP Address 87.230.43.108
Hosting Provider
AS34011 Host Europe GmbH
Kehl, DE
Global Rank
#172,324
Primary Language

Content Analysis

Original website content:

Startfenster - Suchen

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures:
Registration Form Young 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
172 324
+4 683
Startfenster.de is outside the top 100,000, indicating a smaller audience. While a lower rank doesn't necessarily mean it's unsafe, such sites may receive less scrutiny from security vendors. You need to be aware of potential risks and exercise caution when sharing personal data.

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How to block Startfenster.de?

Gridinsoft has the capability to block startfenster.de 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 "startfenster.de" 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 "startfenster.de" and click Add button.

Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.

Whois Record

Domain Registration Record

Complete WHOIS information for Startfenster.de

General

Domain startfenster.de

Name Servers

Nserver ns16.domaincontrol.com
Status connect
Changed 2022-04-16T16:17:01+02:00
Domain: startfenster.de
Nserver: ns15.domaincontrol.com
Nserver: ns16.domaincontrol.com
Status: connect
Changed: 2022-04-16T16:17:01+02:00

Are You the Owner of Startfenster.de?

If you own Startfenster.de, 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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