Characteristics
-
Downloads code from the internet
-
Installs itself in the registry
-
Leaves non infected files on computer
-
Displays pop up advertising
-
Monitors browser activity
-
Modifies browser settings
-
Installs adware
-
Installs a browser helper object
How it spreads
Affected Operating Systems
Recovery Instructions:
Cleanup for this potentially unwanted application (PUA) is available with Sophos Anti-Virus for Windows 2000/XP/2003, version 6.0. Please follow the instructions for removing applications.