Signature Detail
Short Name |
SPYWARE:AD:AVSYSTEMCARE |
|---|---|
Severity |
Low |
Recommended |
No |
Category |
SPYWARE |
Keywords |
AVSystemCare |
Release Date |
2007/11/08 |
Update Number |
1213 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
SPYWARE: AVSystemCare
This signature detects the runtime behavior of spyware AVSystemCare. AvSystemCare is a rouge anti-spyware. It creates fake pop-ups alerting users that they are affected with viruses and scares users into purchasing the software. Also, it automatically downloads updates without user's consent.
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