IEDefender is labeled as a rogue anti-spyware program because of its aggressive, deceptive advertising methods. Even though the IEDefender scans for malware, its advertising tricks you into purchasing the program by presenting you with intrusive, deceptive warnings. Read more »
SystemDefender
Posted by Lisa Blanc
on August 27, 2007
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SystemDefender is a rogue PC security application that pops up a fake notification to make you believe that your computer is infected with spyware. It can be easy to fall for the vicious and clever lies of rogue security tools such as SystemDefender. This rogue security tool was designed to trick users into believing it to be a genuine security tool, and to part with their money for this worthless software. Despite what SystemDefender might like its victims to believe, it does not own the ability to detect, quarantine or remove any type of infection and certainly cannot protect the system against any type of threat. Read more »
SniperSpy
Posted by Max Lehmann
on August 19, 2007
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SniperSpy is a keylogger program created to monitor and log keystrokes that are made on your machine. SniperSpy is capable to run in stealth mode in order to hide its presence. SniperSpy can monitor wide range of activities, including e-mails, Instant messaging conversations, typed passwords, banking pass codes etc. SniperSpy puts your security and privacy at a very high risk. Read more »
AntiVirus Pro
Posted by Sarah Stewart
on July 31, 2007
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AntiVirusPro is a nasty fake anti-spyware application. There was an older version back in 2007, but it just came back in 2011 with updated interface and much nastier consequences. This rogue antispyware application was designed specifically to fleece honest, hardworking consumers out of their hard earned money, while offering them nothing of value in return. AntiVirus Pro enters the system surreptitiously, and will not reveal its presence until it is ready to start its attack against the PC. Read more »
Trojan.Tibs
Posted by Max Lehmann
on June 27, 2007
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Trojan.Tibs is a Trojan Downloader application associated with VXGame parasite. Once installed on your machine, Trojan.Tibs will use your Internet connection in order to import additional malware. Trojan.Tibs may also display excessive of popup advertisements. Additionally, this Trojan may tend to bypass the Windows Firewall. If you want to make sure that your PC is safe, it is recommended to remove straightaway! Read more »
Trojan.Dropper.Agent-ME
Posted by Sarah Stewart
on December 25, 2006
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Trojan.Dropper.Agent-ME is a spyware Trojan that is usually installed without your knowledge or consent. This Trojan is created to infiltrate your computer and import additional malware and adware onto your machine. Trojan.Dropper.Agent-ME may also display a large number of unwanted pop-ups on your computer screen. You should note that Trojan.Dropper.Agent-ME is an extremely serious threat to your security and privacy and recommended to be removed immediately. Read more »
Spyware Threats
Posted by Sarah Stewart
on October 25, 2006
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Spyware, sometimes referred to as a tracking software, is a program that secretly installs into your computer to collect information like Internet activities, e-mail addresses, passwords and even credit card numbers. Spyware transmits your personal information back to unauthorized third parties which can use it for advertising or other malicious purposes. Spyware usually installs without your knowledge and/or consent and is often bundled with or embedded within freeware/shareware programs. Read more »
eBlaster
Posted by Lisa Blanc
on September 1, 2006
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eBlaster is a keylogger which is able to monitor your computer activity. Usually eBlaster is installed by employers, parents or other persons who want to track someone. There is a possibility though, that malicious piece of software (or named somehow differently) can enter your computer bundled with other malware, and you will never know that something is wrong or that eBlaster is logging your activity, because it hides itself from the user. Read more »
Zlob
Posted by Lisa Blanc
on July 12, 2006
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Zlob is a backdoor Trojan that allows attackers remote control over your computer. Zlob uses a remote connection which allows the attacker to perform malicious actions such as downloading and installing software without your consent. Zlob may also execute certain commands and manage the entire computer, leaving your computer exposed to further malware infection. Read more »
