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Adware.AdBlock

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Updated: February 13, 2007 11:43:01 AM
Type: Adware
Version: 1.2
Publisher: Linkz Internet Services
Risk Impact: Low
File Names: APHelper.dll
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP

Behavior


When Adware.AdBlock is installed, it adds a toolbar button to the Internet Explorer and redirects to unwanted advertizement web pages.

Symptoms


One or more files are detected as Adware.AdBlock.

Transmission


The program can be installed while brousing websites or can be manually installed.

Protection

  • Initial Rapid Release version April 6, 2005
  • Latest Rapid Release version June 14, 2008 revision 017
  • Initial Daily Certified version April 6, 2005
  • Latest Daily Certified version July 24, 2008 revision 024
  • Initial Weekly Certified release date April 6, 2005

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