Updated: February 13, 2007 11:40:04 AM
Type: Adware
Publisher: WhenU.com
Risk Impact: Low
File Names: search.exe. whse.exe,search.dll
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP
Behavior
Adware.WhenUSearchBar is a desktop toolbar that monitors internet traffic, collects search profiles, and can execute code from a remote server using its update feature. Relevant searches may cause it to display a special offer, coupon, or other advertising content. The adware may also display advertisements.
Symptoms
One or more files are detected as Adware.WhenUSearchBar.
Transmission
The WhenUsearch bar can be manually installed and is usually bundled with other WhenU.com products.
Protection
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Initial Rapid Release version October 23, 2004
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Latest Rapid Release version June 14, 2008 revision 017
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Initial Daily Certified version October 23, 2004
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Latest Daily Certified version July 24, 2008 revision 024
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Initial Weekly Certified release date October 23, 2004
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