Updated: February 13, 2007 11:34:44 AM
Type: Adware
Publisher: Stop Popup Ads, Now
Risk Impact: High
File Names: Host.dll
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP
Behavior
Adware.StopPopupAdsNow is a browser helper object that blocks some Internet Explorer advertising pop-up windows, and instead, displays pop-up windows from paid sponsors.
In addition, the program will collect information, such as browsing habits.
Symptoms
Displays pop-up advertising windows.
Transmission
The most common installation method for this program is through Web sites.
Protection
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Initial Rapid Release version October 6, 2003
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Latest Rapid Release version April 17, 2008 revision 002
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Initial Daily Certified version October 6, 2003
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Latest Daily Certified version April 17, 2008 revision 001
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Initial Weekly Certified release date October 8, 2003
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