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A Browser Helper Object (BHO) is a software application that runs automatically whenever you start Internet Explorer. Browser Helper Objects are typically installed by other programs such as toolbar accessories and can track internet usage, create popup windows, display additional information on a viewed page and collect information that is transmitted by you over the internet. Malicious software that exploits this technology can replace banner advertisements with other ads, monitor your actions, change your home page, etc.

Review spyware removal database by categories:

Adware	Ansi Bomb	Aol Pest	Backdoor
Bho	Commercial Rat	Dialer	Dos
Downloader	Dropper	Exploit	Flooder
Hacker Tool	Hijacker	Homepage Hijacker	Hostile Code
Key Logger	Nuker	P2p	Ransomware
Rat	Search Hijacker	Spyware	Toolbar
Tracking Cookie	Trojan	Worm

Review spyware removal database in alphabetical order:
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Unknown Toolbar4

Unknown ICQ Pest is AOL malware which can steal passwords, exploit, do DoS attacks, or ICQ hacks aimed at users of AOL.

Unknown Toolbar5

Unknown ICQ Pest is AOL malware which can steal passwords, exploit, do DoS attacks, or ICQ hacks aimed at users of AOL.

Unknown Toolbar6

Unknown ICQ Pest is AOL malware which can steal passwords, exploit, do DoS attacks, or ICQ hacks aimed at users of AOL.

URLBlaze

A browser helper object, or BHO, is a plug-in for the Microsoft Internet Explorer web browser. The BHO application programming interface exposes hooks that allow the BHO to access the document object model of the current page and to control navigation. Some exploits of this technology search all pages you view in IE and replace banner advertisements with other ads. Some monitor and report on your actions or change your home page.

VB.br

It is an adware program that displays advertisements based on keywords in the address bar. It may also change the default home page in Internet Explorer.

VB.dd (Win32/TrojanDownloader.VB.DD trojan)

VB.ex

From the Trojan/Adware/BHO/VB.ex publisher: 'Adlogix is a next-generation ASP providing an intelligent technology platform to help advertisers, publishers (website owners) and media buyers plan, manage and distribute any rich media or advertising campaign over the internet, ITV or wireless devices.'

VBS.Realphx

VBS/Startpage

Veevo

Videogate VG Companion

VIP NetLink

Dark Viperbot is AOL malware made by Dark Viper in January, 2003.

Vividence Connector

Vundo

Vundo is a trojan desktop hijacker trojan that displays pop-up advertisements which promote many rogue computer-enhancement programs such as PC-Antispyware, PC-Cleaner, Error Cleaner, System Defender Security System, Brave Sentry, VirusRescue, DriveCleaner, ErrorSafe, WinAntiVirus Pro, Error Protector, Ultimate Defender, Error Safe, System Doctor, WinDoctor, VirusBurst, VirusBlast, SysProtect, SpyAxe, WebSecureDisc, WinFixer, WinAntiSpyware, SpySheriff, UnSpyPC, AntiVirusGold, SpyTrooper and WinHound. Vundo Trojan also hijacks user's homepage to one of many websites such as WinAntiVirus.com, TheTrafficMasters.com, MySafeTrip.com, PCSecurityShield.com, SpyWareRemover.com, DriveCleaner.com, Cyber-Defender.com, helper-security.com, sgviralscan.com, websafetyguide.com, antivirus-proscan.com and scan.freescannerantispyware.com. Vundo Trojan may degrade system performance, run unauthorized processes and download files from the Internet without user's consent. The Vundo Trojan installs a dll component that seems to harvest information from the infected computer, then uploads this information to various servers.

Vundo Trojan hijacks user's desktop and replaces it with a warning message similar to the one shown below:

Vundo Trojan Desktop Hijack Screenshot:

Once Vundo Trojan takes control, it generates popup balloon warning messages similar to the ones shown below:

Vundo Windows Security Alert Message:

Worm.Win32.NetBooster Alert Message:

System Alert Message:

:: Download SpyNoMore now to scan your PC ::

VX2.Pynix

W32.Aspam.B

WbeCheck.a

AdBreak consists of a Browser Helper Object which opens pop-up advertising as you use Internet Explorer, and a task run at startup which highjacks your home page, search and error pages to point to AdBreak's servers. There are many variants of AdBreak. They differ in the filenames used and sometimes the servers they connect to. Adbreak may connect to www.larint.com, adbreak.sylip.com, www.adbreak.com, and possibly other servers.

Webber (Win32.Webber)

WebHancer

Spyware/BHO/WebHancer is a process started at Windows startup that monitors web sites being viewed and sends performance data on them back to own home servers. Displays advertisements at your computer based on your surfing habits.

WebSearch

WebSearch Toolbar.bho1 is a browser helper object component of the WebSearch Toolbar.

Whazit

Highjacks browser pages and opens pop-ups.

WhistleSoftware

Adware is any software application in which advertising is displayed while the program is running. The authors of these applications include additional code that delivers the ads, which can be viewed through pop-up windows or through a bar that appears on a computer screen and sometimes through text links or in search results. Adware may or may not track personal information. It may also gather information anonymously or in aggregate only.

Win32.Decisive.A

Win32.SecondThought.l

An apparently useful and innocent program containing additional hidden code which allows the unauthorized collection, exploitation, falsification, or destruction of data. When this program executes, the program performs a specific set of actions, usually working toward the goal of allowing the trojan to survive on a system and open up a backdoor.

Win32.t

Win32/Aspam

Win32/Pqwak.C!Trojan

Win32/Startpage.FZ.31744

Win32/StartPage.Rfind

Win32/TrojanDownloader.Dyfica.NAB

Win32Info

A program designed to retrieve and install additional files, when run. Most will be configured to retrieve from a designated web or FTP site.

Windows Search Bar

This is a Remote Administration Tool (RAT), used by hackers for gaining access to distant PCs. A RAT program works by a simple but effective principle: the hacker infects the machine with a “server” program via the e-mail or File and Print Sharing system and can control it, using a “client” on his computer. Originated in March 2002. The functions of a RAT can vary, depending on the needs of the attacker. This Brazilian RAT is written in Visual Basic. Created by a group called DeMonS group. Originated in March 2002. Requires 737 kb place for storage.

WinFavorites

Adware/BHO/Toolbar/WinFavorites is an adware. It starts running when you restart your computer. Adware/BHO/Toolbar/WinFavorites downloads advertisements onto your computer. WinFavorites program must be manually installed or installed as a component of another program.

Startpage Hijacker.

WinPcDoctor is a fake anti-spyware program. It does not detect or remove any spyware from your computer. Usually, WinPcDoctor can be installed at your computer by the Zlob Trojan or can be downloaded from winpcdoctor.com scam site and installed manually by the defrauded user. WinPcDoctor scares the user with fake system messages and false system scan results to force him into buying the full version of the software, which is fake as well:

SpyNoMore removes both WinPcDoctor and the Zlob trojan, which installed it.

You must not visit winpcdoctor.com website or install fraudulent WinPcDoctor software. The following sites are advertise WinPcDoctor and other fake anti-spyware programs: securearticle.com, securitycenteralerts.com, winspywarescanner.com.

Winshow.E

This malicious program is a trojan downloader, which usually exploits various security holes for infecting the target system with different malware. This technique is always a potent threat for the computer, that's why it's strongly advisable to get rid of this pest as soon as possible.

WinShow.n

Winshow is a pop-up opener implemented as an Internet Explorer Browser Helper Object, controlled by 00hq.com. The origin is currently unknown. When a targeted word or phrase is spotted in a web site you are viewing in Internet Explorer, Winshow may open a pop-up advert. So far adverts have been served from 00hq.com and 8ad.com. Can download and execute arbitrary unsigned code from its controlling server, as a self-updating feature.

Winshow.N (ShowSearch)

A backdoor in a computer system (or a cryptosystem, or even in an algorithm) is a method of bypassing normal authentication or obtaining remote access to a computer, while intended to remain hidden to casual inspection. The backdoor may take the form of an installed program or could be a modification to a legitimate program.

Winshow.Q

WinSpyControl

WinSpyControl is a fake anti-spyware program. It does not detect or remove any spyware from your computer. Usually, WinSpyControl can be installed at your computer by the Zlob Trojan or can be downloaded from winspycontrol.com scam site and installed manually by the defrauded user. WinSpyControl scares the user with fake system messages and false system scan results to force him into buying the full version of the software, which is fake as well.

SpyNoMore removes both WinSpyControl and the Zlob trojan, which installed it.

You must not visit winspycontrol.com website or install fraudulent WinSpyControl software. The following sites are advertise WinSpyControl and other fake anti-spyware programs: securearticle.com, securitycenteralerts.com, winspywarescanner.com.

Wintrim.ac

MagicControl memory-resident downloader Trojan carries a payload that terminates certain processes, some firewalls and anti-virus products. Works on Windows 95, 98, NT, ME, 2000 and XP systems It has been reported than MagicControl installs Instant Access Dialer.

WishBone

A software that resets your browser's settings to point to other sites. Hijacks may reroute your info and address requests through an unseen site, capturing that info. In such hijacks, your browser may behave normally, but be slower.

WStart.dll

WS_FTP

WurldMedia

An Internet Explorer browser helper object that detects visits to known sites and redirects them through a third-party server in order to generate affiliate fees.

WurldMedia.bpboh

BHO/Hijacker/WurldMedia.bpboh is an Internet Explorer browser helper object. It detects visits to known sites and redirects them through a third-party server in order to generate affiliate fees.

Xlocator/Winlocator

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