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  August 30, 2008

Most prevalent spyware as reported by our customers in 25 August to 30 August 2008:


Fake Anti Spyware.Win Antivir 2008

 

Win Antivir 2008 is Fake Security application. Win Antivir 2008 gives nonexistent threats report to user. Win Antivir 2008 may be installed through drive-by downloads and other unscrupulous delivery methods. Win Antivir 2008 program monitors user web surfing habits through a BHO.

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Fake Anti Spyware.PyroAntiSpy

 

PyroAntiSpy is a Fake Anti Spyware. PyroAntiSpy is known to be pushed/advertised by various Trojan Horse programs. It uses aggressive and deceptive techniques to frighten the user into purchasing the program. It gives exaggerated report and claims of spyware found or false positives but will not remove spyware unless the user purchases the program.

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Fake Anti Spyware.XLGuarder

 

XLGuarder is a Fake Anti-Spyware program that displays misleading alerts and scan results in order to scare you into purchasing the software. When first installed, XLGuarder will automatically scan your computer and list a variety of files on your computer as dangerous risks that cannot be removed unless you first purchase the software. XLGuarder also hijack your Internet Explorer browser to occasionally display a fake warning stating that you are infected.

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