Top Computer Threats
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1.
CoolWebSearch (CWS)
CoolWebSearch may hijack any of the following: Web searches, home
page, and other Internet Explorer settings.
Recent variants of CoolWebSearch install using
malicious HTML applications or security flaws, such as exploits in the HTML Help format and
Microsoft Java virtual machines.
2. Gator (GAIN)
Gator is an adware program that may display banner advertisements based on user Web
surfing habits.
Gator is usually bundled with numerous free
software programs, including the popular file-sharing program Kazaa.
3. 180search Assistant
180search Assistant is an adware program that delivers targeted
pop-up advertisements to a user’s computer.
Whenever a keyword is entered into a search engine or a targeted Web site
is visited, 180search Assistant opens a separate browser window displaying an advertiser's
Web page that is related to the keyword or site.
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4.
ISTbar/AUpdate
ISTbar is a toolbar used for searching pornographic
web sites that, when linked to, may display pornographic pop-ups and hijack user homepages and Internet
searches.
5. Transponder (vx2)
Transponder is an IE Browser Helper Object that monitors requested Web pages and data
entered into online forms, then delivers targeted advertisements.
6. Internet Optimizer
Internet Optimizer hijacks error pages and redirects them to its own controlling
server at http://www.internet-optimizer.com.
7. BlazeFind
BlazeFind may hijack any of the following: Web searches, home page and other Internet
Explorer settings. BlazeFind may redirect Web searches through its own search engine and change default home pages
to www.blazefind.com. This hijacker may also change other Internet Explorer settings.
8. Hot as Hell
Hot as Hell is a dialer program which dials toll numbers in order to access paid
pornographic Web sites. Hot as Hell may disconnect a user’s computer from a local Internet provider and reconnect
the user to the Internet using an expensive toll or international phone number. It does not spy on the user, but it
may accrue significant long distance phone charges. It may run in the background, hiding its
presence.
9. Advanced Keylogger
Advanced Keylogger, a keystroke logger, has the ability to monitor keystrokes and
take screen shots.
10. TIBS Dialer
TIBS Dialer is a dialer that may hijack a user’s modem and dial toll numbers that
access paid, pornographic Web sites.
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