Do you know what Loztol.info is?
Loztol.info is a recently released adware server that has been created by unknown entities to display fake advertisements that could cause various issues, which will be discussed in this article. However, from the very outset, we can say that you ought to remove this infection before it creates serious problems. Of course, the main purpose of this adware server is to display advertisements, but exclusively those of unreliable nature. We are obliged to inform you that this adware server could infect your computer with malicious applications, which, for the most part, are adware in nature. But nevertheless, the adware server can be used to distribute all kinds of dangerous malware. So you should remove Loztol.info from your computer at your earliest convenience.
Loztol.info screenshot
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Our research has shown that to date, this infection displays a fake advertisement, which warns you that your flash player is outdates and is in need of an update. The adware server prompts a window that aggressively encourages you to click OK. Of course you will not receive any flash player updates after you click it. But you will receive an adware installer that will download various adware applications that will definitely pose a significant threat to your computer’s security.
Adware applications display various pop-ups, coupons, banners, in-texts, and so on. If you click an advertisement provided by Loztol.info, you might be redirected to an infected website that could infect your computer with dangerous malware such as ransomware, browser hijackers, keyloggers, and so on. These kinds of infections are very difficult to remove even for advanced malware scanners. Therefore, we at Spyware-techie.com recommend using SpyHunter, because it is fully capable of dealing with the most severe infections.
At any rate, Loztol.info in known to be distributed via freeware distribution websites such as Malavida.es, Filewin.com and Descargar.es. It is bundled with legitimate applications that would not ordinarily come off as unreliable. If you insist on downloading anything from these kinds of websites, remember to remove infections such as Loztol.info from the installation process. However, we recommend that you avoid websites such as these altogether.
Loztol.info is undoubtedly a dangerous infection that could open up the floodgates for far more dangerous infections to appear on your computer. You might be subjected to unreliable content promoted by adware apps. Advertisements might be linked with websites that contain malware downloads that could infect your computer with even more malware. Therefore, we recommend that you remove Loztol.info ASAP.
How to remove Loztol.info from the OS
Windows 8 and 8.1
- Move your mouse cursor to the bottom right of the screen.
- Click the windows logo and click settings.
- Go to the Control Panel.
- Select Uninstall a Program.
- Uninstall Loztol.info related applications.
Windows 7 and Vista
- Click the Start and open the Control Panel.
- Select Uninstall a program.
- Uninstall Loztol.info related applications.
Windows XP
- Click the Start menu and click Control Panel.
- Select Add or remove programs.
- Uninstall Loztol.info related applications.
How to remove Loztol.info related browser extensions
Internet Explorer
- Press Alt+T and click Internet Options.
- Open the Advanced tab and click Reset.
- Select the Check box.
- Click Reset and then click Close.
Mozilla Firefox
- Press Alt+H and click Troubleshooting Information.
- Click Reset Firefox.
- In the dialog box, click Reset Firefox and click Finish.
Google Chrome
- Press Alt+F and click Settings.
- Click Show advanced settings.
- Click Reset settings and click Reset.
In non-techie terms:
Loztol.info is an adware server that displays commercial advertisements that are unreliable in nature. The infection is known to display a fake flash player update that upon initiating the installation will download various adware applications that are dangerous as well. The ads promoted by the adware might contain links to malware downloads that will jeopardize your system’s security even further. Therefore, we recommend that you remove Loztol.info as soon as possible.