Updated: February 13, 2007 11:48:13 AM
Type: Spyware
Risk Impact: High
File Names:
%Windir%\Wdc\AppChat.WD
%Windir%\Wdc\Ijl11.dll
%Windir%\Wdc\omnithread_rt.dll
%Windir%\Wdc\remo
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP
Behavior
Spyware.WatchDog is a spyware program that logs keystrokes. It monitors Instant Messenger conversations, Web sites visited, and programs used. It can also block access to URLs, files, and applications. It has a client and a server component, and installed files and registry subkeys vary depending on which component is installed.
Symptoms
Spyware.WatchDog
Transmission
Spyware.WatchDog
Protection
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Initial Rapid Release version February 10, 2006
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Latest Rapid Release version June 14, 2008 revision 017
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Initial Daily Certified version February 10, 2006
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Latest Daily Certified version July 24, 2008 revision 024
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Initial Weekly Certified release date February 15, 2006
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