Signature Detail
Short Name |
SPYWARE:AD:PESTBOT |
|---|---|
Severity |
Low |
Recommended |
No |
Category |
SPYWARE |
Keywords |
PestBot |
Release Date |
2007/11/20 |
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: PestBot
This signature detects the runtime behavior of the spyware PestBot. PestBot keeps displaying fake warning messages/scan reports to users to trick the users into registering/purchasing the PestBot. It also downloads update codes to the user's computer without the user's consent.
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