Spyware

From the impact of the iPhone to the possibility of open networks driven in part by Google’s ( News - Alert ) initiatives, big changes are afoot. On the downside, as we move closer to a PC model, the risk of viruses and intrusions increases dramatically. Users hit by mobile spyware are victim to an intruder who can monitor all voice calls, messages, track location, and even activate the microphone to listen to a conversation. As additional Internet service provider options became available to consumers, many of them started to migrate over to the open Internet. Users should be free to pick the best device that suits their needs, the carrier that provides the best service in their area, and any applications that they want to use. This is called a Stateful Inspection for a firewall to check, alert or audit the status (state) of the TCP connection - SYN, SYN-ACK or FIN. More Spyware News

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Trojan.Agent is a nasty Trojan that may compromise your computer system via browser security gaps. Once in your system, Trojan.Agent will derange your security system and enable additional malware applications to infiltrate your machine. The security system, weakened by Trojan.Agent, will be no longer capable of securing your personal information from unauthorized leakage. Trojan.Agent should be removed from your system as soon as possible.

Hqcodecvip.com (IP Address: 64.28.184.172) is a corrupt website that may endanger your computer privacy and security. Hqcodecvip.com has the ability to install spyware onto your computer. Hqcodecvip.com also advertises fake video codecs that are bundled with Trojans. Both Hqcodecvip.com and the products it offers should be avoided by all means.

OSX.RSPlug.A is a nasty Trojan designed to run on Macintosh OS X. OSX.RSPlug.A has the ability to modify DNS settings and redirect your browser to malicious websites, thus endangering your privacy and security. OSX.RSPlug.A may be found on pornographic websites disguised as a video codec. If you attempt to watch certain videos on such sites, you may be prompted to download a video codec in order to view your selection. After you download the "codec", you will be asked to enter the administrator password and once you do, you will enable OSX.RSPlug.A to roam freely on your computer.

Trojan.Win32.Starfield is a Trojan parasite that displays deceitful warning messages via IEDefender virus. Trojan.Win32.Starfield may enter your system bundled with a corrupt video codec. The error messages are displayed within Google results and may read the following: "Error! Your browser was hijacked! Some results was changed by porn advertising! You need to clean your system immediately to prevent it. Download the newest antispyware software!" "Critical System Error! Your computer was infected by Trojan.Win32.Starfield It"s dangerous for your system, some files can be lost and your browser can be slow! Click OK to download the antispyware program to clean your computer! (Recommended)" A link to a bogus porn video is displayed next to these notifications. Once you click on the link (http://youtube/watch?v=Hgdzqumapep), you will be redirected to malicious websites that promote IEDefender. It is strongly recommended to remove Trojan.Win32.Starfield upon detection.

Trojan.Mebroot is a nasty Trojan that can infiltrate your computer via browser security cracks. Trojan.Mebroot has the ability to infect the Master Boot Record (MBR) of the Hard Drive Disc and install stealthy bank malware modules. In other words, Trojan.Mebroot enables a remote attacker to steal your banking information that may include usernames and passwords. Trojan.Mebroot detection is aggravated because of Rootkit techniques it uses. Trojan.Mebroot should be removed from your system upon detection.

Websoft-b.com (IP Address: 202.71.102.101) is a nasty webpage that may prove dangerous to your computer system. Websoft-b.com is a product of malicious hackers and has the ability to install Trojans and other malware applications onto your computer secretly. Websoft-b.com should be avoided, for it can damage files stored on your computer and violate your privacy.

Gatepo.com (IP Address: 85.255.118.34) is a corrupt website. Gatepo.com is disguised as a trustworthy AdServer webpage but, in fact, is a fraud. Gatepo.com is developed by malicious hackers and may install malevolent files (including Trojans) onto your computer. Gatepo.com is a website you'd best avoid.