Short Name |
SPYWARE:BP:IECODEC |
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Severity |
Medium |
Recommended |
No |
Category |
SPYWARE |
Keywords |
Spyware IECodec |
Release Date |
2008/03/04 |
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+ |
This signature detects the runtime behavior of the spyware IECodec. IECodec is a browser helper object that is used to fool users into downloading Trojans by pretending to be a codec. This malicious application includes message dialogs under the address bar; clicking on these links leads to anti-spyware scanners. The message continues to display along with prompts scaring users to scan their system.