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Release Date:2009-09-27
Attack Name:Hijacker marketscore runtime detection
OS Type:Window
Application Type:Others
Severity:Warning
BUG ID:
CVE ID:
Description:
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This event is generated when activity relating to the spyware application is detected.
Spyware is malicious software running on a host that may intercept or take information from the host system without a users consent or knowledge. Spyware is also capable of using a hosts Internet connection without the knowlege or consent of the user, in order to deliver that information to an unauthorized third party.
This software not only uses available bandwidth on a network connection but also consumes system resources to the point of making the host unusable in some cases.
Spyware can be classified into multiple categories depending on the behavior of the software.
In particular, this event indicates that the software detected is a hijacker. Hijacker programs take control of browser settings and are able to redirect information intended for one web site to another without the consent and knowledge of the user.
Impact:
Unkown. Possible information disclosure, violation of privacy, possible violation of policy.
Affected Systems:
Windows operating system. All versions.
Additional References:
http://www.spywareguide.com/product_show.php?id=488
http://www3.ca.com/securityadvisor/pest/pest.aspx?id=43974
Solution:
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Disallow the installation of software by unprivileged users.
Make use of anti-spyware products to remove the spyware from the affected system.