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  • Severity: Medium
  • Browser Hijackers
  • Windows, Mac
  • Verified · May 2021

How to remove Aeijmp.com virus

A step-by-step removal guide for affected devices. Follow the verified procedure below — most readers complete it in under 10 minutes.

Gabriel E. Hall · Passionate web researcher

Aeijmp.com – a search tool that does not perform its primary task properly

The screenshot of Aeijmp.com

Aeijmp.com is a questionable search engine that is a part of a potentially unwanted program (PUP).[1] It might spread in software packages, take over Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer or other web browsers, force people to use their preferred search engine from the main page. Besides, it might also start tracking user information in the background. Due to these and many other issues, we strongly recommend uninstalling the program from your system.

Name Aeijmp.com
Type Browser hijacker
Distribution Mostly distributed via software bundles
Symptoms Homepage and new tab URL changed; homepage and new tab URL altered; search results filled with sponsored links
Removal You can get rid of a browser hijacker by following our guidelines at the bottom of this post
Browser fix FortectIntego can quickly clean your web browsers to prevent further tracking and remove the traces of the PUP

This search tool was created in 2007. Since then, it was updated and rebranded. Currently, Aeijmp.com, also known as Scour, is owned and by ABCSearch Networks. Nevertheless, this search engine claims to deliver the most relevant search results and enhance the browsing experience; it does not complete this task properly.

When we were testing this application, we discovered that it’s not working. The search engine redirects to the results page that delivers a pop-up window saying:

“Failed to get google result with error: Cannot read property ‘results’ of null.”

When you click OK, you end up on an empty results page. It doesn’t matter what queries you enter; it delivers the same error message. However, it was supposed to deliver results from The Web, Images, Videos, Local, and Business categories. Therefore, if this tool showed up on your browser, you should get rid of it immediately.

It seems that the app does not spread actively and may have discontinued profiting its developers. The website also includes a link “See your ad here…” that redirects to the 404 Not Found site. Undoubtedly, this program was used as a marketing tool.

However, we received reports about suspicious Aeijmp.com redirect issues. Users complain about being redirected to suspicious websites that are related to this domain. What is more, this PUP might also deliver an excessive amount of online ads that lead to misleading or even phishing[2] websites.

Moreover, we took a close look at the Privacy Policy on the official website. This document tells that the application can collect both personally identifiable and non-personally identifiable information. Therefore, the application might track this data:

  • full name,
  • address,
  • email,
  • birthday,
  • browsing history,
  • search queries,
  • time spent on particular websites/pages,
  • etc.

In some cases, users might also be asked to enter their credit card details. The biggest threat here is that all aggregated information might be sold, transferred, or disclosed to third parties. Therefore, if sensitive information ends up in the hands of criminals, you might suffer from online and real crime.

To protect your privacy, you should remove this program from your device. We recommend opting for the automatic elimination option that requires scanning the system with updated security software. For this job, we suggest using SpyHunterCombo Cleaner. Don't forget to clean your web browsers – FortectIntego could help you with that.

In addition, you can opt for manual removal and delete hijacker-related entries yourself. At the end of the article, you will find detailed instructions on uninstalling these components. 

The picture of Aeijmp.com virus

Suspicious distribution method that helps to get inside the device unnoticed

The hijacker mostly spreads in software bundles. However, it also has a download link to the official website. However, users barely find this search tool themselves. Usually, it appears suddenly and unexpectedly.

The browser hijack might occur during the installation of freeware or shareware. This PUP might be included as an “optional download” and hidden under the Quick/Standard installation setup. Thus, when you use these settings, you agree to install additional entries as well.

To avoid unintentional installation of undesired apps, you should choose Advanced/Custom settings. They allow seeing the list of third-party entries and reject their installation. Hence, you should always pay attention to freeware installation in order to prevent annoying changes in your browser.

This distribution is popular among all developers of PUPs. It allows the spreading of annoying apps all over the world, including China,[3] European countries, and, of course, the United States.

Aeijmp.com virus removal methods

PUP removal can be performed with or without security software. For not so experienced users we recommend opting for the automatic elimination option and letting professional anti-malware clean the hijacker.

If you prefer getting rid of the hijacker bare hands, you should check the instructions below. They will explain how to remove Aeijmp.com from your browser and computer entirely. However, if this domain appears on your homepage again, you should go for the automatic elimination option.

Uninstall from Windows

Uninstall from Windows 10/8:

  1. Type Control Panel into the Windows search box and open the result.
  2. Under Programs, select Uninstall a program.Uninstall from Windows 10/8

Uninstall from Windows 7/XP:

  1. Click on Windows Start > Control Panel (Windows XP users should click on Add/Remove Programs).
  2. In Control Panel, select Programs > Uninstall a program.Uninstall from Windows 7/XP

Remove the unwanted program:

  1. In the Programs and Features window, look for any recently installed suspicious entries, select them, and click Uninstall.
  2. If User Account Control appears, click Yes to confirm, then complete the removal.Uninstall the unwanted program from Windows

Delete from macOS

Remove the unwanted application:

  1. From the menu bar, select Go > Applications.
  2. In the Applications folder, look for any suspicious entries, then drag them to Trash (or right-click and pick Move to Trash).Uninstall from Mac

Delete leftover files and folders:

  1. Select Go > Go to Folder.
  2. Enter /Library/Application Support and remove any suspicious folders related to the unwanted program.
  3. Repeat the same check in the /Library/LaunchAgents and /Library/LaunchDaemons folders, deleting any suspicious entries.Delete leftover files from Mac
  4. Finally, empty the Trash to permanently remove the leftovers.

Remove from Microsoft Edge

Delete unwanted extensions from MS Edge:

  1. Select Menu (three horizontal dots at the top-right of the browser window) and pick Extensions.
  2. From the list, pick the extension and click on the Gear icon.
  3. Click Remove.Remove extensions from Edge

Clear cookies and other browser data:

  1. Click on the Menu (three horizontal dots at the top-right of the browser window) and select Settings > Privacy, search, and services..
  2. Under Clear browsing data, pick Choose what to clear.
  3. Select Cookies and other site data and Cached images and files. (apart from passwords, although you might want to include Media licenses as well, if applicable) and click on Clear.Clear Edge browsing data

Restore new tab and homepage settings:

  1. Click the menu icon and choose Settings.
  2. Then find On startup section.
  3. Click Remove next to any suspicious startup page.

Reset MS Edge if the above steps did not work:

  1. Press on Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
  2. Click on More details arrow at the bottom of the window.
  3. Select Details tab.
  4. Now scroll down and locate every entry with Microsoft Edge name in it. Right-click on each of them and select End Task to stop MS Edge from running.Reset MS Edge

Instructions for Chromium-based Edge

Delete extensions from MS Edge (Chromium):

  1. Open Edge and click select Settings > Extensions.
  2. Delete unwanted extensions by clicking Remove.Remove extensions from Chromium Edge

Clear cache and site data:

  1. Click on Menu and go to Settings.
  2. Select Privacy, search and services.
  3. Under Clear browsing data, pick Choose what to clear.
  4. Under Time range, pick All time.
  5. Select Clear now.Clear browser data from Chroum Edge

Reset Chromium-based MS Edge:

  1. Click on Menu and select Settings.
  2. On the left side, pick Reset settings.
  3. Select Restore settings to their default values.
  4. Confirm with Reset.
  5. This will disable extensions and reset startup pages but will not delete bookmarks, saved passwords, or browsing history.Reset Chromium Edge

Remove from Mozilla Firefox (FF)

Remove dangerous extensions:

  1. Open Mozilla Firefox browser and click on the Menu (three horizontal lines at the top-right of the window).
  2. Select Add-ons.
  3. In here, select the unwanted extension and click Remove.Remove extensions from Firefox

Reset the homepage:

  1. Click three horizontal lines at the top right corner to open the menu.
  2. Choose Settings.
  3. Under Home, set your preferred homepage and new tab settings.

Clear cookies and site data:

  1. Click Menu and pick Settings.
  2. Go to Privacy & Security section.
  3. Scroll down to locate Cookies and Site Data.
  4. Click on Clear Data...
  5. Select Cookies and Site Data and Temporary cached files and pages, then click Clear.Clear cookies and site data from Firefox

Reset Mozilla Firefox

If clearing the browser as explained above did not help, reset Mozilla Firefox:

  1. Open Mozilla Firefox browser and click the Menu.
  2. Go to Help and then choose Troubleshooting Information.Reset Firefox 1
  3. Under Give Firefox a tune up section, click on Refresh Firefox...
  4. Once the pop-up shows up, confirm the action by pressing on Refresh Firefox.Reset Firefox 2

Remove from Google Chrome

Delete malicious extensions from Google Chrome:

  1. Open Google Chrome, click on the Menu (three vertical dots at the top-right corner) and select More tools > Extensions.
  2. In the newly opened window, you will see all the installed extensions. Uninstall all suspicious extensions related to the unwanted program by clicking Remove.Remove extensions from Chrome

Clear cache and web data from Chrome:

  1. Click on Menu and pick Settings.
  2. Under Privacy and security, select Clear browsing data.
  3. Select Browsing history, Cookies and other site data, as well as Cached images and files.
  4. Click Clear data.Clear cache and web data from Chrome

Change your homepage:

  1. Click menu and choose Settings.
  2. Look for a suspicious site in the On startup section.
  3. Click on Open a specific or set of pages and click on three dots to find the Remove option.

Reset Google Chrome:

If the previous methods did not help you, reset Google Chrome to eliminate all the unwanted components:

  1. Click on Menu and select Settings.
  2. In the Settings, scroll down and click Advanced.
  3. Scroll down and locate Reset and clean up section.
  4. Now click Restore settings to their original defaults.
  5. Confirm with Reset settings.Reset Chrome 2

Delete from Safari

Remove dangerous extensions:

  1. Open Safari, click Safari in the menu at the top-left of the screen, and select Preferences.
  2. Go to the Extensions tab, look for any suspicious entries, and click Uninstall to remove them.Remove extensions from Safari

Clear history and website data:

  1. Click Safari in the menu and pick Clear History.
  2. Set Clear to all history and confirm with Clear History.Clear history from Safari

Reset Safari:

  1. Click Safari in the menu and select Preferences > Advanced.
  2. Enable Show Develop menu in menu bar.
  3. From the menu bar, click Develop and select Empty Caches.Reset Safari

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