Websearch.searchtheglobe.info Browser Redirect Trap, How to Remove Browser Hijacking

Definition of Websearch.searchtheglobe.info?

Websearch.searchtheglobe.info is categorized as browser hijacker that directs people to undesirable websites. According to the close observation by VilmaTech Computer Security, some typical symptoms and problems are now listed for reference and early detection:

• Default homepage and search engine are changed to websearch.searchtheglobe.info without consent,
• Additional pop-up ads are caught in sight to slow down the overall browsing performance.
• Extra applications or programs might be installed without knowledge.
• Computer becomes more sluggish than before.

Being a browser hijacker, Websearch.searchtheglobe.info is capable of modifying targeted browser settings through DLL. files, BHO and WinsockLSP techniques to add the hijacker as trusted; to repeatedly add spam sites into Favorites and some other unsolicited behaviors.
 

The Dangers Being Hijacked by Websearch.searchtheglobe.info

In terms of technology, browser hijacker including websearch.searchtheglobe.info is usually used on online-attack. Hackers can use such technology to control how browser acts and alter the way people surf and the content browser gives.

Once browsers are hijacked by websearch.searchtheglobe.info, it is uncertain as to what kind of data file will be loaded into the targeted machine. This is undoubtedly a huge security risk. So far, there are roughly two major kinds of browser hijacker:

• One, the simple kind that modifies default browser settings.
• Two, the more complex kind that partners with computer threats to modify system configuration and build up virus daemon to hijack end users.

It is not sure yet which kind websearch.searchtheglobe.info belongs to. At all events, potential dangers lurks. Any casual change of default settings will lead to loophole/vulnerability which is what virus favor for penetration, especially changes by the commercial programs. VilmaTech experienced technicians would like to inform the broad masses that BHO technique is capable of accessing confidential information stored in cache, including bank account (if you shop online), log-in credentials, browsing history and more online activities. Any burst of virus attack after websearch.searchtheglobe.info hijacking would leverage such information to exchange for money.
 

Why Antivirus Program Won’t Kill Websearch.searchtheglobe.info?

It has been made clear that websearch.searchtheglobe.info uses DLL. files, BHO and WinsockLSP to hijack end users. The three techniques have long been applied into computer programs by computer companies to improve browsing experience. Only with the addition of malicious codes after the connection of the targeted machine will the three techniques become evil. This is why attack by websearch.searchtheglobe.info won’t trigger alarm by the installed anti-virus programs. And manual removal steps are desperately in need. Below are the steps you need to remove websearch.searchtheglobe.info completely. Any question about the browser hijacker will be quickly answered by VilamTech Online Support if only the live chat button is activated.

 

Manual Steps to Remove Websearch.searchtheglobe.info Browser Hijacker

Step1. Reset browsers to default.

Internet Explorer

1. Access Tools menu for Internet Options.
2. Hit Advanced tab to hit “Restore Defaults” button.
3. Use OK button for confirmation.
   

 
Mozilla Firefox

1. Spread Firefox menu to access “Help”.
2. Continue by entering Troubleshooting information.
3. When you get a new window with ‘Reset Firefox’ button on the left uppers corner, please hit on the button.
4. One more hit on another ‘Reset Firefox’ button will confirm the change.
   

 
Google Chrome

1. Unfold ‘Customize and Control Google Chrome’ menu to select ‘Options’.
2. Navigate to ‘Under the Hood’ tab to hit on ‘Reset to Defaults’ button.
   

 
Opera

1. Open up any folder to paste the directory “C:\Users\user_name\AppData\Roaming\Opera\Opera\” into the file address bar.
2. After showing hidden files and folders, please remove Operapref.ini file.
   

 
Safari

1. Access Safari menu to choose ‘Reset Safari’.
2. Check all given options before hitting on ‘Reset’ button.
   

 
 
Step2. Modify Hosts file to stop websearch.searchtheglobe.info from hijacking.

Windows

1. Hold and press Win key and R key together.
   
2. See the popup box? Please enter “cmd” and hit enter key.
3. When you see the little black box with flashing line, please type “ping websearch.searchtheglobe.info”.
4. Hit Enter key will you get its exact IP address.
   
5. Back to the desktop and click open any folder.
6. Please paste “C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\etc” to the file address and hit Enter key.
7. Please then click open Hosts file to add websearch.searchtheglobe.info’s IP address to the last line.
8. Save the file to stop the browser hijacker from redirecting.

 
Mac OS X

1. Hit Finder launchpad icon to access Utilities.
   
2. Please then activate Terminal to get a little black box.
3. Type “ping websearch.searchtheglobe.info” and hit Enter/Return key for its IP address (note it down).
   
4. Head back to the start screen.
5. Use shift+command+g key combination and then type “etc” (/private/etc/hosts) to access Hosts file.
6. Add websearch.searchtheglobe.info’s IP address to the last line.
7. Save the file to stop the browser hijacker from redirecting.

 
 
Step3. End websearch.searchtheglobe.info’s services to totally remove it.

Windows7/vista/XP

1. Hold Win key and R key at once to type “services.msc” in the pop-up dialog box.
   
2. Hit Enter key to access Services window.
3. Check the enabled ones and right click on them respectively.
4. Remove/disable the service with “Path to Executives” pointing to Websearch.searchtheglobe.info.

 
Windows 8

1. Double click on Windows Explorer on Start screen.
2. Enter Administrative tools and double click on Services icon.
   
3. Check the enabled ones and right click on them respectively.
4. Remove/disable the service with “Path to Executives” pointing to Websearch.searchtheglobe.info.

 
Mac OS X

1. Move your mouse to the top bar and click on “Finder”.
2. Access “Services” option to select “Services Preferences”.
   
3. Tap “Services” on the left pane and locate the enabled ones.
4. Right click on them respectively and remove/disable the service with “Path to Executives” pointing to Websearch.searchtheglobe.info.

 
 

Websearch.searchtheglobe.info’s After Removal Tips

There are chances for additional applications and even virus to load onto the affected computer through websearch.searchtheglobe.info. Therefore, additional steps might be required. Visit VilmaTech Virus Removal Center for corresponding solutions or just ask its professionals for quick help.

 

Defrag

Every program has its own data files and so does Websearch.searchtheglobe.info browser hijacker. It date files can be incurious but do adversely impact the overall running speed and performance. Being scattered around, websearch.searchtheglobe.info’s data files take up the internal spaces unreasonably. This is why so many victims would grumble about the poor performance even after the complete removal of websearch.searchtheglobe.info hijacker. Below is the video to show how to perform defrag for better performance in seconds.

 
 

Purpose of Websearch.searchtheglobe.info

There’s certain reason to create websearch.searchtheglobe.info browser hijacker. According to the careful analysis on mass data and volume tests, VilmaTech Computer Security Center has found out the major purposes:

• to help certain virus by the same author penetrate into computers.
• to absorb traffic in large amount for sale or for the improvement on the PageRank value of certain website.
• to collect personal information like address and online activities and sell it to marketing companies or virus makers.
• to get huge traffic and go viral to attract advertisers who would pay for the publication.

 

Published & last updated on February 9, 2015 by Erik V. Miller