Spyware

PerformanceOptimizer is a fake optimization application that promises to "boost your computer's speed and general performance". Usually it gets onto the machine with user's knowledge and consent because it has to be installed manually. Once installed, PerformanceOptimizer will report false or exaggerated system security threats on the computer. Then the user will be prompted to pay for a full license of PerformanceOptimizer in order to remove the errors.

MessengerBlocker is a rogue spyware removal tool designed to trick users into purchasing its full rogue version. MessengerBlocker may get onto your machine with the help of Trojans, through browser security exploits and other illicit mechanisms. At the beginning MessengerBlocker will offer you its free trial version for seven days but after this it will start its nasty work. MessengerBlocker will display fake security alerts claiming that your system is in serious risk and that you must buy MessengerBlocker because only this software will be able to fix all the problems. This is the way how they seek to lure users into purchasing MessengerBlocker's full commercial version.

ICU Surf 3.0 is spyware keyloging software that captures and logs all the keystrokes typed on the computer without user's knowledge and consent. ICU Surf 3.0then encrypts and sends all the logged data to a remote attacker. ICU Surf 3.0 may use rootkit technology to hide from other software in order to evade detection by anti-spyware programs. In addition, ICU Surf 3.0 may be configured to monitor and record every web page that you visit, as well as any instant messenger and email conversations. This places any personal or financial information stored on your computer in severe jeopardy and represents a serious security risk.