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BlueBirds Installer

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What to do
  • If you've received an alert for a blocked PUA or adware and decide that the application is not suitable for your workplace, then follow the instructions for removing PUAs.

Summary

 
Affected operating systems Windows
Protection available since 3 November 2009 00:25:04 (GMT)
Detected by Sophos Anti-Virus for Windows, version 7, and PureMessage for Microsoft Exchange.

More Information

Certain DVD drives have been shipped with firmware which invites users to install BlueBirds adware every time the drive tray is closed without a disk inside.

Affected users should contact either the store from which they purchased the drive or the manufacturer of the drive for a firmware update.

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