New chromium version is now available (Chrominio message center “Virus”)

Can’t Remove New chromium version is now available pop-ups?

You must be sick and tired of seeing the “New chromium version is now available” alerts. Well, it might be a trap. A new online scheme is luring PC users into installing rogue programs. If you want to update your app, go to its settings and check the Update section. You can also visit its official website. Just make sure that you are on the official website, not on a scam one. If it turns out that you are exposed to fake updates, check your computer for malware. Such browser behavior is usually caused by PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Programs). Don’t be confused by the name of the category. You don’t want such parasites on board. The PUP behind the fake Chrominio message center alerts is a menace. The parasite uses aggressive and misleading marketing strategies to turn you into an easy target. It opens your browser to surveillance and targeted ads. The good news is that the pest is not a virus. It cannot corrupt your entire system. This intruder limits its influence to your web browsers only. It is programmed to inject various ads on every website you open. It is also capable of redirecting your web traffic to sponsored pages. It may even pause your online videos for commercial breaks. Do not underestimate the situation. The PUP has no security mechanism. It is often used by criminals. Numerous crooks use this utility to reach potential victims. Do not risk ending up on their list. Remove the PUP immediately. You have nothing to lose, the rewards, however, will be tenfold. For the very least, you will not have to see the fake “New chromium version is now available” pop-ups! Act now! Remove the PUP for good!

How did I get infected with?

The PUPs are not ingenuous viruses. They cannot hack your computer by themselves. The PUP behind the “New chromium version is now available” scheme is not an exception. This parasite infected your computer only because it has received help. It was actually you the one who installed it. No, this is not a bad joke. You approved the PUP’s installation. Not intentionally, of course. You were deceived. The parasite tricked you into clicking on a malicious link, downloading a fake update, or installing a corrupted bundle. The good old spam emails might also be behind the infection. There are numerous malware distribution methods. Only your caution can prevent them from succeeding! Always do your due diligence. Download your software from reputable sources only. If available, always select the Advanced/Custom installation option. Many software developers attach extra programs to the payload files of their apps. You can deselect these extras under the advanced option. If you select the Standard/Fast setup, however, the extras get installed automatically. Bear in mind that these third-party apps, more often than not, are parasites. Make sure you install trustworthy apps. Read the terms and conditions (of course, you can scan the document with an online EULA analyzer). If you detect anything out of the ordinary, abort the setup process immediately. This is your computer. Its security is your responsibility. Always do your due diligence!

Why are these ads dangerous?

The PUP behind the fake Chromium update warnings is a menace. It has no place on your computer. The parasite interferes with your every online action. It redirects your browser and floods you with ads. The parasite is also behind the odd pop-ups and warnings. It is the reason why your computer underperforms. Do not tolerate it! The longer you neglect it, the worse your situation becomes. This parasite tends to get more aggressive with time. Do not let the parasite get out of control. You will not like the consequences. The “New chromium version is now available” scam is not the only one out there. Numerous schemes are run through the PUP. The fake updates did not trick you this time. Yet, with a PUP on board, there will be a next time. And may not be that lucky! Spare yourself numerous future headaches. Remove the “New chromium version is now available” PUP now. The sooner this parasite is gone, the better!

How Can I Remove New chromium version is now available Pop-ups?

If you perform exactly the steps below you should be able to remove the infection. Please, follow the procedures in the exact order. Please, consider to print this guide or have another computer at your disposal. You will NOT need any USB sticks or CDs.

STEP 1: Uninstall suspicious software from your Add\Remove Programs

STEP 2: Delete unknown add-ons from Chrome, Firefox or IE

STEP 3: Permanently Remove New chromium version is now available from the windows registry.

STEP 1 : Uninstall unknown programs from Your Computer

Simultaneously press the Windows Logo Button and then “R” to open the Run Command

Type “Appwiz.cpl”

Locate the any unknown program and click on uninstall/change. To facilitate the search you can sort the programs by date. review the most recent installed programs first. In general you should remove all unknown programs.

STEP 2 : Remove add-ons and extensions from Chrome, Firefox or IE

Remove from Google Chrome

• In the Main Menu, select Tools—> Extensions
• Remove any unknown extension by clicking on the little recycle bin
• If you are not able to delete the extension then navigate to C:\Users\”computer name“\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default\Extensions\and review the folders one by one.
• Reset Google Chrome by Deleting the current user to make sure nothing is left behind

• If you are using the latest chrome version you need to do the following
• go to settings – Add person

• choose a preferred name.

• then go back and remove person 1
• Chrome should be malware free now

Remove from Mozilla Firefox

• Open Firefox
• Press simultaneously Ctrl+Shift+A
• Disable and remove any unknown add on
• Open the Firefox’s Help Menu

• Then Troubleshoot information
• Click on Reset Firefox

Remove from Internet Explorer

• Open IE
• On the Upper Right Corner Click on the Gear Icon
• Go to Toolbars and Extensions
• Disable any suspicious extension.
• If the disable button is gray, you need to go to your Windows Registry and delete the corresponding CLSID
• On the Upper Right Corner of Internet Explorer Click on the Gear Icon.
• Click on Internet options

• Select the Advanced tab and click on Reset.

• Check the “Delete Personal Settings Tab” and then Reset

• Close IE

Permanently Remove New chromium version is now available Leftovers

To make sure manual removal is successful, we recommend to use a free scanner of any professional antimalware program to identify any registry leftovers or temporary files.