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Spyware.Watchdog

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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

  • Initial Rapid Release version February 10, 2006
  • Latest Rapid Release version June 14, 2008 revision 017
  • Initial Daily Certified version February 10, 2006
  • Latest Daily Certified version July 24, 2008 revision 024
  • Initial Weekly Certified release date February 15, 2006

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