Malware
ChromeLoader
First seen: 2022-01 • Status: active
Currently Active Threat
ChromeLoader hijacks your Chrome browser to show you ads and redirect your searches. It installs itself as a hidden browser extension.
Overview
ChromeLoader is a browser hijacker that installs malicious Chrome extensions. It displays unwanted ads and can redirect search results.
Also Known As
Choziosi Loader, ChromeBack
How It Spreads
- • Fake game cracks
- • Pirated software
- • Malicious ISO files
What It Does
- • Installs malicious browser extensions
- • Redirects searches
- • Displays adware
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Target Platforms
Windows, macOS
Detection Tips
- • Check for unknown Chrome extensions
- • Monitor browser behavior
MITRE ATT&CK Techniques
T1176, T1185
If You're Infected
- 1.
Remove malicious extensions
- 2.
Reset browser settings
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