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URLBlaze

Aliases
  • not-a-virus:AdWare.Win32.Stopzil
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  • 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 8 September 2006 13:12:38 (GMT)
Last updated 3 November 2009 20:49:52 (GMT)
Detected by Sophos Anti-Virus for Windows, version 7, and PureMessage for Microsoft Exchange.

More Information

URLBlaze is an adware application for the Windows platform.

URLBlaze displays pop-ups with pornographic material, and attempts to redirect web searches to alternative search engines.

URLBlaze also modifies the Hosts file to redirect access to certain search engines.

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