Sophos

SearchSpy

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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
Included in our products from May 2008 (4.29)
Protection available since 28 March 2008 05:11:16 (GMT)
Detected by Sophos Anti-Virus for Windows, versions 6 and 7 and PureMessage for Microsoft Exchange.

More Information

SearchSpy is a potentially unwanted application for the Windows platform.

SearchSpy installs a Browser Helper Object (BHO) which displays popup advertisements.

SearchSpy silently downloads and installs the potentially unwanted application SearchPack.

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