RabbitSearch.net

There is a reason computer security experts urge users to download programs from official sources: Downloading applications from third-party websites can eventually lead to such infections as RabbitSearch.net. RabbitSearch.net is a search engine that is used by a browser hijacker infection. It tracks your web browsing activity, and if you fail to remove RabbitSearch.net the moment you notice that your browser’s settings were modified, you risk getting exposed to malware-related websites. It would not be surprising if eventually you would get infected with Trojan, rogue antispyware or ransomware program. Hence, you should take care of this issue as soon as possible.

RabbitSearch.net may look like a genuine search engine that can provide with the primary search service. However, if you were to enter a search query into the search box and press Enter, you would see that RabbitSearch.net uses Google search engine, so in reality it does not provide you with an original search service. The browser hijacker merely uses a customized version of the Google search engine. What’s more, it also employs tracking cookies to monitor your online activity. It would not be surprising if RabbitSearch.net redirected your browsing sessions through its proxy server to collect data on what websites you visit and what you search for on a regular basis.

You might be wondering why RabbitSearch.net collects such information if it is not part of any promotional campaign. The point is that this browser hijacker might be used by third parties to distribute their content or display their advertisements. Not to mention that RabbitSearch.net also shows quite a few shortcuts on its homepage, and it would be quite possible cyber criminals to replace some of the shortcuts with their own links.

The main security problem associated with RabbitSearch.net is not directly related to the hijacker itself. This infection is nothing but a tool that can be used in multiple ways. Thus, it could be exploited for information gathering, adware distribution, and, in the worst-case scenario, malware promotion. In other words, sometimes RabbitSearch.net can be just an annoying nuisance that modifies your browser’s settings, and sometimes it could turn into a dangerous malware distribution tool.

You should not take any chances when it comes to ensuring your computer’s security. Remove RabbitSearch.net right now by restoring your browser’s settings to default. This hijacker does not have a Control Panel entry, but you will do yourself a favor if you remove any potentially unwanted programs from your computer as well. Please scan the system with the SpyHunter free scanner to determine what applications should be terminated, and then delete the undesirable files and programs automatically.

How to Reset My Browser

Mozilla Firefox

1. Press Alt+H and click Troubleshooting information.
2. When the new tab appears, click Reset Firefox.
3. Press Reset Firefox again and click Finish.

Internet Explorer

1. Press Alt+T and click Internet options.
2. Select the Advanced tab and press Reset.
3. Mark Delete personal settings and click Reset.
4. Press Close.

Google Chrome

1. Press Alt+F and click Settings.
2. Scroll down to the bottom and click Show Advanced Settings.
3. Scroll down once more and click the Reset Settings button.
4. Click Reset on the confirmation box.