ErrorSmart, Trojan.Small.bpu, more - SpyHunter Update v.9.20

SpyHunter Spyware Definitions Update: v.9.20 (09/11/2008)
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Newly Added Threat List

The following new parasites have been added to SpyHunter:

ErrorSmart Description

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ErrorSmart, or Error Smart, is a rogue anti-spyware application usually installed in the user’s computer system by a Trojan Zlob or the user may have clicked on a rogue security popup from a domain related to ErrorSmart. ErrorSmart’s fake popups may state that the user’s computer is infected with spyware and then launch its rogue malware scanner. ErrorSmart will try to make the user believe he/she is infected with spyware to then offer ErrorSmart’s full version of the program to remove the spyware found.

Once a notification is clicked, the user will be redirected to the ErrorSmart website where ErrorSmart may be downloaded to clean the supposed threats. These scare tactics are only used by ErrorSmart to sell its product.

Trojan.Small.bpu Description

Trojan.Small.bpu is a Trojan created to infiltrate in the user’s computer and allow the entrance of adware and spyware into the its system. Trojan.Small.bpu may enter the user’s computer system through a browser security hole or via a rogue video codec download. Once Trojan.Small.bpu is installed, it opens a channel through which a large amount of adware and spyware are downloaded and installed. Trojan.Small.bpu is considered a threat to the security of your personal and financial data.

Updated Threat List

The following parasite threats were updated:


ErrorDoctor
Golden Palace Casino
Trojan.FakeAlert
MSLagent
System Antivirus 2008
Trojan.Downloader.Exchanger
Trojan.Generic
Trojan.VB.cpy
Zlob.Trojan
MSAntivirus 2008
Trojan.Obfuscated.gx
Cleaner 2009
Trojan.Vundo
Spyware Preventer
Advanced Antivirus

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