Permanently windows open in a new browser window, what should I do?

Probably, each of you, the dear reader, will agree that the Internet browser is the most convenient tool for today, through which the user can interact with various kinds of web content with special comfort. However, none of the popular soft-products, be it Google Chrome, FireFox or Opera, does not have enough effective functionality that would protect the beginner from the development of a malicious script: "Windows open in a new window". Browser security tools are sometimes powerless against ingenious techniques of programmers-advertisers. As a result, the user becomes a victim of imposed transitions.

So let's figure out what can be done in such situations. How to counteract digital deception and how to "heal" the browser from this type of infection? We bring to your attention, dear reader, effective methods to combat malicious redirection!

How does the mechanism of "advertising lawlessness" work?

"Windows open in a new window" - this is a fairly common technique among techies who make money generating traffic! Let's skip the description of the working algorithm of the redirection process that is difficult for the uninitiated user to understand. We only note that "redirection" can occur for several reasons:

• The malicious software is installed on the user's machine, which is most likely.
• A virus script is used on the site page.
• The prudent "businessman" purchased a plug-in of a specific browser and modified it in their own, so to speak, interests.

How will such information help prevent "browser outrage" when windows open in a new window without our participation? The answer is below.

Symptoms of infecting a computer system

It does not matter what search engine you use: Google, Bing or Yandex. Advertising modules are used in each of them. But if you notice that the opened page does not match the entered address or if several windows open simultaneously for one request, this is a sign of infection! If the software part of your PC is at the mercy of the virus, then it is understandable why during the Internet session the computer is so self-willed.

So, the typical symptoms of a browser disease:

• The start page of the browser has changed spontaneously.
• Without any action on the part of the user, incomprehensible windows open in a new browser window.
• Previously working without fail, bookmarks are not activated.
• In the extensions there were unknown plugins and applications.
• The most obvious sign of trouble is a certain web page that can not be closed.

Having collected enough different information about you and tirelessly forming your "network portfolio", the virus begins to operate with the accumulated data, masterfully substituting your search requests and redirecting you as a "victim" to the resource whose owner pays the work of the fraudster-optimizer. Despite the enormous financial costs of powerful IT companies aimed at combating the "black" methods of advertising, the harvest of dishonest programmers is still a profitable business today.

What to do when advertising opens in a new window: software solutions

At first glance, this "innocuous" behavior of the browser can simply annoy a person. Super-functional virus can completely deprive the user of peace of mind. After all, the advertising page may well not be closed or rather capriciously react to all attempts by the user to close it. In this case, you need to use special anti-virus software.

Removal of rootkits and trojans using Kaspersky TDSSKiller

• Download a free utility from the official server.
• After running the application, activate the item "Change parameters".
• In the next window, check the box "Detect the file system ...".
• After the settings are made, click the Start Scan button.

A few minutes later, a report will be displayed. The problem of "constantly opening new windows" will be resolved after you activate the "Continue" button.

Clearing the system against spyware through Malwarebytes Anti-Malware

No less effective program that allows you to quickly bring the system in order.

• Install the utility downloaded from the Network.
• At the initial startup, "Malwarebytes" spontaneously starts updating the anti-virus software.
• After a short download of the new virus database, click on the "Fix Now" button.

• The length of the scan depends on the capacity of your drive.
• In the event that the PC is infected, a list of detected "infections" will be displayed in the program's working area, which will be destroyed after you activate the "Apply Action" button.
• Close the program and restart the computer.

Effective neutralizer of viruses - HitmanPro

This program will help you solve the situation when a new browser window is constantly opened. Excellent speed parameters of the program do not affect the quality of HitmanPro's work. Algorithm of actions:

• Download the above utility.
• Immediately after the HitmanPro installation, the system will scan for infected objects.
• After a full scan of the PC, a list of virus-containing files will be displayed in the program window.
• Click the "Next" button.
• After the uninstallation process, close the anti-virus software.

On some possible difficulties

Some virus programs can effectively interfere with the installation and full operation of the above ad-aware scanners. In such cases, you should boot the OS in safe mode and only then run antivirus utilities.

• At the moment when the computer goes through the initialization process, press the "F8" key (in some BIOS versions, the function button may be different).
• From the offered download list, select "Safe mode with network support".

An irreplaceable assistant for web surfing

In some cases, it is advisable to use third-party software. For example, by installing on your computer a small application of Ad-Mancher, you will save yourself from viewing constantly flashing banners and other types of advertising. At the same time, the process of acquaintance with Internet content will become a really pleasant and maximum safe pleasure. A low-resource program will only occasionally remind you of your presence by notifying you that you need to download an update. After the free utility is integrated into the browser, the download speed of Internet pages will increase many times. In general, as soon as the user notices how new windows are opened in his Internet browser unauthorizedly, Ad-Mancher should be installed and the problem will disappear.

Reset Internet Explorer settings

It will take you very little:

• Open the main settings menu (the icon in the form of a gear, which is located in the right corner of the program, from above).
• Select "Browser properties" from the drop-down list .
• In the window that opens, go to the "Advanced" tab.
• Activate the "Reset" button.
• Check box "Delete personal settings".
• Confirm your actions by pressing the "Reset" key.

Activating the FireFox cleanup process

The procedure is simple to disgrace:

• Go to the settings menu of your browser (horizontal bars in the upper right corner of the browser).
• At the bottom of the window is a tab in the form of a question mark - click on it.
• In the "Help" menu, click on the link "Information for solving problems".
• In the "Set up FireFox" block, press the "Clear ..." key.
• After confirming the uncontrolled situation "new windows are opened in the browser" will be resolved.

Return to default settings: Google Chrome

Here, too, everything is very simple:

• Click on the icon in the form of horizontal bars (the upper right corner of the browser).
• From the drop-down menu, select "Settings".
• At the very bottom of the program window you need to activate the item "Show additional ...".
• At the bottom of the browser there is a button "Reset settings" - click on it.
• Confirm the changes made to the browser.

Finally

And finally, let me give you a few recommendations:

• Almost every browser can install a special extension, which during the process of web surfing will block "script scripts".
• Before downloading any software from the Web, ask the question: "Does the source of trust deserve it?"
• During the installation process, pay attention to the additional items and marked check-boxes. Perhaps you are trying to implement an unfavorable software.
• Often in the properties of the browser shortcut malicious code prescribes a link to your own Internet resource.
• Make sure that in the "Internet Options" section on the common tab, the correct home page address is specified.
• Well, and the last solution (somewhat abstract from the topic of the article, but nevertheless, close in nature) to eliminate the situation we are considering. A little bit below we will talk about how the folders open in a new window ...

Often a user encounters a situation where work in Windows Explorer is a real nightmare. However, the mentioned problem becomes "ubiquitous" for the whole OS. To remove the "piling effect", go to the "Folder Options" menu and select "Open ... in the same window". This action will allow you to get rid of an uncomfortable moment when viewing files. That's all. Effective solutions for you and virus-free software!