


They can be installed via free software “add-ons,” malicious websites, ad clicks and browser extensions. How browser hijackers infect your computerīrowser hijacking software can sneak into your computer in a variety of ways. They can also divert your browsing traffic to malicious websites that are filled with quizzes, surveys, and raffles that are used to acquire your personal information. Browser hijackers may even contain other malicious software like spyware or keyloggers that can record and transmit your sensitive information like your banking data and online account credentials.
