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Kaspersky Antivirus Replaced by UltraAV? Here’s Why, and What You Can Do
Some US Kaspersky security users got a big surprise when their protection was suddenly replaced by UltraAV due to a government ban. But Kaspersky’s demise has been looming for years.
Some Kaspersky customers receive surprise forced-update to new antivirus software
After U.S. ban, Kaspersky's American customers were automatically migrated to UltraAV antivirus, in some cases without the customers' knowledge.
Kaspersky Antivirus Software Automatically Transitions to UltraAV for US Subscribers
The Russian cybersecurity company says it's been notifying users of the change and is aiming for a smooth transition of software.
Kaspersky deletes itself, installs UltraAV antivirus without warning
Kaspersky deleted its anti-malware software from computers across the United States and replaced it with UltraAV's antivirus solution without warning.
Kaspersky customers in the USA are automatically switched to UltraAV
Kaspersky announced that it would offer UltraAV as an alternative following the ban in the USA. Clients will now be switched automatically.
Kaspersky Antivirus Abruptly Replaced With UltraAV in the US, Angering Users
Kaspersky's antivirus software deletes itself across the US and installs UltraAV instead without notifying customers. Some are frustrated and struggling to uninstall the new program.
Some US Kaspersky customers find their security software replaced by 'UltraAV'
Some US-based users of Kaspersky antivirus products have found their software replaced by product from by a low-profile entity named "UltraAV" – a change they didn't ask for, and which has delivered them untested and largely unknown software from a source with a limited track record.
US Kaspersky customers startled by forced switch to 'rando' AV software
Though Kaspersky said it emailed people about the automated change to a new product, some customers say they were surprised by the move.
U.S. customers wake up to find Kaspersky antivirus sneakily replaced with UltraAV — switchover caught many users by surprise
"Following the recent decision by the U.S. Department of Commerce that prohibits Kaspersky from selling or updating certain antivirus products in the United States, Kaspersky part
Kaspersky just slipped a different antivirus onto subscribers’ PCs
The Russia-based antivirus software may be now banned in the United States, but it hasn't left without a trace.
Kaspersky’s US customers receive ‘UltraAV’ swap, raising red flags
Some users have turned to online forums to report that UltraAV was installed on their computers without consent.
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What is UltraAV and Why Did It Appear on My Computer Unexpectedly?
In September 2024, many users were surprised to see a new antivirus program, UltraAV, on their computers without any warning.
Stop paying for antivirus software. Here's why you don't need it
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US proposes ban on smart cars with Chinese and Russian tech
In June, the department banned the sale and provision of certain products and services made by Russian cybersecurity firm ...
Commuters Risk Data Breaches With Careless Work Habits On Public Transport
A recent survey by Kaspersky highlights the careless work habits of UK commuters using public transport, revealing that many ...
Why new antivirus software may have just installed itself on your PC
After facing a ban in the United States, Russian antivirus company Kaspersky has deleted and replaced its software on ...
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Kaspersky Sneakily Installs New Security Suite Before Leaving US Market
Kaspersky was added to the US Commerce Department's Entity List in June, which marks the firm as a threat to national ...
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These 2 Android Apps Spread 'Necro Trojan' Malware Via Google Play Store
The malware was spotted circulating via apps called 'Wuta Camera' and 'Max Browser' on the Google Play Store, according to ...