SpyBot - Search & Destroy 1.5.2.20

Spybot - Search & Destroy can detect and remove spyware of different kinds from your computer. Spyware is a relatively new kind of threat that common anti-virus applications do not yet cover. If you see new toolbars in your Internet Explorer that you didn't intentionally install, if your browser crashes, or if you browser start page has changed without your knowing, you most probably have spyware. But even if you don't see anything, you may be infected, because more and more spyware is emerging that is silently tracking your surfing behaviour to create a marketing profile of you that will be sold to advertisement companies. 

Spybot-S&D can also clean usage tracks, an interesting function if you share your computer with other users and don't want them to see what you worked on. And for professional users, it allows to fix some registry inconsistencies and extended reports. 
Spybot-S&D can start in two modes: Easy mode for new users who want just the basic features, and Advanced mode for professional users and those who want more control. Both modes are available in the free version.

Spybot - Search & Destroy now officially "Works with Vista"

Changes in SpyBot - Search & Destroy 1.5

2008-01-23 
Keylogger
+ Ardamax + NiceSpy.Keylogger + NiceSpy.XPKeylogger 
Malware
+ Fraud.XPAntivirus + Safestrip + VirusProtect + Win32.Renos 
Spyware
+ WebWatcher 
Trojan
+ Hupigon + Smitfraud-C.MSVPS + Win32.Agent.bkd + Win32.Alphabet.ap (670) + Win32.Autorun (10) + Win32.Bagle.hi (2) + Win32.Small.hk + Win32.VB.ke + Zlob.Downloader.dcc + Zlob.Downloader.oid + Zlob.Downloader.vdt + Zlob.Downloader.xot 
Total: 522840 fingerprints in 112714 rules for 3569 products.

Homepage - http://spybot.info/

Size: 9.27 MB

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Check Spyware Programs Through Effective Spycheckers

Check Spyware Programs Through Effective Spycheckers
By: John Porter

Have you come across CoolWebSearch or HuntBar or Internet Optimizer? Knowingly or by chance, you must have faced these types of programs by now if you are a regular net browser. These are among the different types of spyware applications that can create notorious problems in your computer networking system. 

Modus operandi of different spyware programs

These are just two common names in the long list of the types of computer programs. What is their real role or purpose? The CoolWebSearch sends advertisement and also regulates the web traffic. Hence as the spyware program it keeps a strict and regulatory watch on the users' browsing habits and what type of ads do better in the web market. 

The HuntBar is also an observing tool but it can create worse nuisances. The HuntBar can get downloaded and spread as spyware in your computer system. And it also invites other spyware programs to join and form a team to make your computer completely ineffective.

There is the Internet Optimizer that will apparently pose itself to be harmless but it is after all spyware and can be troublesome. Its role is to give redirection. It mainly gets activated to the error showing pages and directly link them up with advertisements that can be downloaded and make way for the spyware to intrude in the user's system. 

Spyware do owe a round of applause for being so sly in its activity area. Had it just been for something creative and beneficial? 

Spycheckers at help

Anti-spyware software and spycheckers have proved to be of great help in fighting away the ill effects of the spyware. Spycheckers especially can block the entry of the spyware programs loaded with malicious intentions to your computer. They have also shown great results in cleaning up the spyware from the memory space of the computer system. The popularity of the spycheckers has immensely grown in the present times.

Some of the well-known spycheckers are Webroot Spy Sweeper, Patrick Kolla's Spybot - Search & Destroy, iS3's STOPzilla, PC Tools' Spyware Doctor, Computer Associates' ETrust PestPatrol Anti-Spyware, Sunbelt's CounterSpy, InterMute's SpySubtract Pro, Windows AntiSpyware beta or Windows Defender and many others.

It is good news that the anti-virus software programs are also including the spychecker's properties in their functioning mode. This has made the working of the anti-virus system more efficient and the spyware threat is gradually falling loose on the users.

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Is your Computer Infected with Spyware?

Is your Computer Infected with Spyware?
By: Amin Sadak

Is your computer running slower than it should be? Do you find that de-fragmentation and extra memory doesn't help? Do you think it could be a virus? What do you do in situations like these? I suppose you'd run your antivirus software. But what happens when the problem still remains even after you've run your antivirus software? In situations like these, many people would turn to technical support. Does this situation sound familiar?

Every day, there are thousands of Internet users who suffer from the same problem. This problem is caused by nasty infectious software called spyware. Over 10% of calls made to technical support relate to spyware problems. According to Microsoft, 50% of all windows based problems are caused by trojans, viruses and spyware. http://www.spywarelive.com has relevant information on combating spyware and its sources.

Adware, Malware, Trojans and Keyloggers all fall under the umbrella name of spyware. Many times these programs are automatically installed on your computer without intervention. Depending on which program is infecting your computer, many unwanted actions take place. Some of the things which could occur as a result of having spyware on your computer are:
Settings may change
Your computer can be monitored remotely
Your computer can be controlled remotely
Your actions can be recorded
Advertisements can be displayed on your desktop

The most prominent spyware programs are:

Adware: This type of program download all sorts of advertisements to your computer and displays them whilst you surf the Internet.
Key Loggers: This program records all your movements and actions on your PC and reports directly to the hacker.
Dialers: A dialer is a program which he uses your phone line to dial premium rate numbers.
Browser Hijacker: These programs change your browser settings so your start page and search preferences are redirected elsewhere.

What is the difference between spyware and a virus?

A virus is a file or program which can cause actual harm or damage to your computer. It can even cause problems with your computer hardware. Spyware will not damage your computer but it is a pain and nuisance to have running in your processes. Spyware is intended to watch over or control you and your system. Since spyware and viruses are two different programs, antivirus software will not remove a spyware program. Thankfully, companies which make antivirus programs are now integrating anti-spyware components within their software.

How do you get spyware on your computer in the first place?

There are several ways this may happen.
You may have elected to allow browser plug-ins to be installed automatically. Sometimes these contain spyware.
Some web sites install spyware whilst you your on their web page. Over 80% of these types of websites are porn related.
If you download or install games or pictures from unscrupulous websites, you're most likely to be infected with spyware.
The worst type of spyware is one which tells you that it will eliminate infections from your computer but if you click on the ad, it will install spyware instead.

What can you do about it?
Use the Firefox browser. This will minimize the chances of being infected.
Be wary of sites you visit and download items from.
Keep your windows up to date.
Install anti-spyware software.
Make sure your firewall updates itself.

Look out for tell-tale signs of spyware infection, such as slow responses, ads popping up, extra icons in your system tray and unrecognised items in your task manager.
If you notice anything unusual do a full scan with recommended software. Make sure your protection isn't flawed.

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Spy Cleaner Platinum 9.7

Spy Cleaner Platinum works as a guard for you and keep check on these spyware. It assists you to check your computer for any spyware and if found removes it. Spy Cleaner Platinum has a huge database of spy components which infects the system. Through this database Spy Cleaner Platinum accurately recognizes and removes these components from your system.
Spy Cleaner Platinum has the option to Backup the components removed incase you need them. This case might arise if these component are integral part of another software you are using.

Spy Cleaner Platinum has many utilities which not only help you recover from the damage done by Spywares but also help you to prevent them. Spy Watcher which is a helper application of Spy Cleaner Platinum monitors in real time the critical areas of computer which can be attacked. It immediately inform you about these changes and repair them accordingly.

Spy Cleaner Platinum has also a reporting tools which generates a detailed report of all the areas which can be affected most of the spyware. This report helps our support people to tackle with unknown and new spywares.

Spy Cleaner Platinum shows you the report of scan in a very organized way so that you can correctly and easily remove these components. It also provides you the option of saving log file of the scan result and file deletion for future reference. 

Spyware/adware are those software which send your personal data like, your browsing behavior, your computer's system configuration, Software installed on your computer and a lot of other information depending on the nature of the spyware, to their companies without your or knowledge.It is virtually impossible to avoid them since they are very clandestine in nature and get hardly noticed by a user.The data sent by them can be harmful for your privacy as it may include your address, email and other personal information. 

Homepage - http://www.spycleaner.net 

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The Cleaner Professional 4.2 Build 4319

The Cleaner Professional is a system of programs designed to keep your computer and data safe from Trojans / Worms / Keyloggers / Spyware and all manner of malware. By actively monitoring files and processes on your computer it can detect a virus in action and catch it before it has a chance to do any damage to your valuable data. 
If you cruise the internet or send and receive e-mail, you can't afford to be without The Cleaner! Never again worry about e-mails you open, or programs you run - The Cleaner Professional detection system will take care of business so you don't have to! 

The Cleaner Pro includes background scanning of all activity in memory; a faster, redesigned scan engine (about 100 files per second); a newer, tougher, Trojan fingerprinting process; scanning inside compressed archives; and a completely redesigned Interface (GUI). Objective tests have shown that The Cleaner blows the competition away, both in speed of scans and in number of Trojans found.

The Cleaner Pro Features: Malware Protection, Live Updates, Registry Monitoring, Active Scanning, Stealth Mode, Quarantine Manager, Scheduler, In-Program File Submission, Command Line File Testing, Email Alerts, Admin Message, Alerts, TCMonitor Ignore List, TCMonitor Editor, Active Scanner Ignore List, Encrypted Configuration Data, Expanded Scan Information, Scan Pause/Resume, Enhanced Fonts In TCActive! 

How The Cleaner Protects Your System ... The Cleaner searches your hard drive and cleans it of all known Trojans. Using a unique patent-pending technology, The Cleaner compares each file against a list of all known Trojans. You can scan your entire system or just one file. The program also allows you to periodically update your Trojan database file to keep it current with the latest research. If you're going to expose your system to the dangers of the internet, keep it clean with The Cleaner!

Homepage - http://www.moosoft.com

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ZoneAlarm Anti-Spyware provides multi-layered security to prevent spyware form infecting your computer and to detect and remove spyware that's already present on your system. ZoneAlarm Anti-Spyware - Essential protection from spyware and hackers! 

Key Benefits of ZoneAlarm Anti-Spyware:
* Triple Defense Firewall™ - Goes beyond traditional PC firewalls to protect your entire PC from hackers, spyware, and other Internet threats.
- Blocks hackers from gaining access to your computer
- Automatically makes your computer invisible to anyone on the Internet
- Prevents spyware from sending your personal information across the Internet
- Protects your programs and operating system from malware
- The only firewall that can protect the most vulnerable parts of your computer from low-level "silent attacks", as noted by CNET* (*CNET, July 18 2005: "Protects the Windows core registry and system files from kernel-level malicious attacks. No other desktop firewall can claim that.")
* Powerful Anti-Spyware - Scans for and removes thousands of spyware traces from your computer.
- Automatically removes the most dangerous and useless spyware for you
- "Clears" legitimate monitoring software (such as cookies for Web sites you use frequently) so it doesn't get picked up in every spyware scan
* SmartDefense Service - Provides your PC with real-time security updates and new attack protection capabilities.
- SmartDefense Advisor automatically adjusts your security settings for maximum protection against the latest virus and spyware outbreaks
- DefenseNet keeps your PC security updated from the latest spyware and malware using information supplied by our ZoneAlarm user community
* Essential Email Security - Quarantines suspicious attachments to help defend against unknown viruses; automatically halts outbound messages to keep you from accidentally infecting others.

* Wireless PC Protection - Automatically detects wireless networks and secures your PC from hackers and other Internet threats wherever you're connected—at home or on the road.

Homepage - http://www.zonelabs.com

Size: 14.6 MB

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Spy Emergency 2007 4.0.345

Secure Your Ideas with Spy Emergency 2007! Spy Emergency is anti-spyware software that fast and secure removes spyware and other internet infections from your computer. Spy Emergency supports resident shields for real-time protection and automatic infections database updates for better protection.

Spy Emergency is anti-spyware, anti-malware, anti-spam solution that fast and secure removes spyware, malware, spam and other Internet threats from your computer. Spy Emergency protects you against thousands of infections and potencially unwanted software, including: 
- Spyware; Adware; Malware; Spam; Homepage hijackers; Remote administration tools; ActiveX Components; Dialers; Scumware; Keyloggers; Trojans; Data mining software; Toolbars; Tracking cookies; Browser Hijackers/BHO's; Worms; Potentially unwanted software and many other types of internet parasites, threats and infections.

Homepage - http://www.spy-emergency.com

Size: 25.4 MB

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SpyEraser 1.5.1.1476

Protect your PC against privacy threats with the award winning SpyEraser!
SpyEraser, a powerful spyware removal program, can fully detect and clean all forms of malware hidden in your computer. 
Spyware is growing and spreading in the whole world along with internet coming. Even with the latest anti-spyware protection, there are still 88% of new scans that uncover new malware detection within just 24 hours! The bad news for every body that use internet is that, the spyware is spreading faster and faster, none of us is Immune! 

SpyEraser, the awarding-winning new spyware removal program, provides you the latest and powerful spyware detection and removing technologies including Live Guard real-time protection, Sophisticated scanning technologies and threat analysis tools even detect new variants of existing threats, as well as new ones, as they evolve. With its intelligent alert warning system and full quarantine, backup and restore features, SpyEraser is the best defense for protection against attack from malware pests.

Homepage - http://www.liutilities.com/products/spyeraser/

Size: 8.01 MB

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Ashampoo AntiSpyWare 2.01

Ashampoo AntiSpyWare protects you comprehensively against the full spectrum of new malware (malicious software) threats that you are exposed to on the Internet. Ashampoo AntiSpyWare can monitor and protect your computer continuously. A little background program checks every suspicious file for potential hazards before it is opened, making it impossible for Trojans to install themselves on your computer. Ashampoo AntiSpyWare is a brand-new tool. Building on existing solutions combined with intelligent new strategies and algorithms it provides exceptional protection against spyware and other malware. Its advanced heuristic search and analysis system can actually identify and block new and unknown threats before they can do any damage. 

Ashampoo AntiSpyWare combats all these new threats for you, including hijackers, dialers, spyware, worms, adware, Trojans, keyloggers and even highly-dangerous "rootkits". For maximum protection Ashampoo AntiSpyware can update the spyware “signatures” it uses to identify known threats every day. You can set this to be done automatically and the program comes with a full year of free daily updates. In addition to known threats the program’s advanced heuristic analysis can also identify unknown malware by its behavior and block it before it does any damage. That’s what we mean when we say complete protection.

Supported Operating Systems: Windows® 2000 (Service Pack 4), Windows® XP (Service Pack 2) or Windows® Vista™ (32 Bit).

Homepage - http://www.ashampoo.com

Size: 23.3 MB

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SUPERAntiSpyware Professional 3.9.0.1008

SUPERAntiSpyware is the most thorough scanner on the market. Our Multi-Dimensional Scanning and Process Interrogation Technology will detect spyware other products miss. Easily remove pests such as WinFixer, SpyAxe, SpyFalcon, and thousands more. SUPERAntiSpyware will detect and remove thousands of Spyware, Adware, Malware, Trojans, KeyLoggers, Dialers, Hi-Jackers, and Worms. SUPERAntiSpyware features many unique and powerful technologies and removes spyware threats that other applications fail to remove. 

SUPERAntiSpyware Professional includes Real-Time Blocking of threats, Scheduled Scanning, and Free Unlimited Customer Service via e-mail. Also includes a Repair feature that allows you to restore various settings which are often changed by malware programs, but usually not corrected by simply removing the parasite. Repair broken Internet Connections, Desktops, Registry Editing and more with our unique Repair System. Dedicated Threat Research Team scours the web for new threats and provides daily definition updates. 

Easily remove over 100,000 pests such as SmitFraud, Vundo, WinFixer, SpyAxe, SpyFalcon, WinAntiVirus, AntiVermins and thousands more!

Homepage - http://www.superantispyware.com

Size: 5.14 MB

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SpyStopper Pro 5.00

The Best Tool for Prevention Is Getting Better. The Award Winning SpyStopper blocks spyware and adware to protect you from being profiled and tracked in real time. Deliver instant alerts for detected intrusive devices. When you are online, you may be monitored or tracked without your knowledge or explicit permission. Hackers and advertisers may use intrusive devices to gain access to your information and invade your privacy. SpyStopper Pro is designed to block those devices in real time and is the best choice for prevention. 

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. In real time, SpyStopper Pro blocks spyware, Web bugs, worms, cookies, ads, scripts, phishing sites, and other intrusive devices to protect you from being profiled and tracked. When you are online, you may be monitored or tracked without your knowledge or explicit permission. Hackers and advertisers may use Web bugs, spyware, cookies, worms, ads, and scripts to gain access to your information and invade your privacy. SpyStopper Pro is designed to block those devices and phishing sites that are used without your knowledge. It functions like a firewall and block spyware and phishing sites from reaching your computer. Works with Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP. 

When you try the Pro version, it is recommended that the old version be uninstalled first.

Homepage - http://www.itcompany.com/spystop.htm

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Lavasoft Ad-Aware 2007 Professional 7.0.2.5

Ad-Aware 2007 is the latest version of Lavasoft’s industry leading anti-spyware solutions. Ad-Aware 2007 allows you to combat the growing threats and latest advancements of malicious spyware and malware. 

Ad-Aware 2007 protects you from spyware that secretly takes control of your computer, resulting in aggressive advertising pop-ups, sluggish computer activity and even identity theft through stolen private information. We give you the tools to detect hazardous content on your computer, clearly identify their threat level, and then give you the control to remove unwanted content, so that your private information remains right where it should - under your control.

Lavasoft’s advanced Code Sequence Identification (CSI) technology roots out deeply hidden malware and then searches for similar codes in order to identity emerging variants. Ad-Aware 2007 thoroughly scans your memory, registry, Hosts file, hard, removable and optical drives for known data-mining, aggressive advertising, parasites, scumware, keyloggers, trojans, dialers, malware, browser hijackers, and tracking components. 

Ad-Aware 2007 Free remains the most popular anti-spyware product for computer users around the world, with nearly one million downloads every week. Our free anti-spyware version provides you with advanced protection against spyware that secretly attaches and takes control of your computer, resulting in aggressive advertising pop-ups, sluggish computer activity, even identity theft through stolen bank details, passwords, and credit card account numbers. If you want real-time scanning capabilities, consider upgrading to Ad-Aware 2007 Plus for real-time protection against spyware, all the time!

Homepage - http://www.lavasoft.com

Size: 18.8 MB

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Spyware Doctor 5.1.0.273

Spyware Doctor™ provides three-way spyware protection for your PC through real-time threat blocking, advanced system scanning and immunization against known browser infections. Spyware Doctor is a multi-award winning spyware removal utility that detects, removes and protects your PC from thousands of potential spyware, adware, Trojans, keyloggers, spybots and tracking threats. Protect your privacy and computing habits from prying eyes and virtual trespassers with the help of Spyware Doctor. 
Anti-virus software and firewalls do not fully protect your system against the majority of spyware and privacy threats. Because spyware is commonly bundled with software downloads, attached to e-mails, or transmitted through networks it can appear to be legitimate software, but once installed it can be nearly impossible to detect and remove without the help of a dedicated spyware removal tool like Spyware Doctor.
Spyware Doctor has consistently been awarded Editors' Choice, by leading PC magazines and testing laboratories around the world, including United States, United Kingdom, Sweden, Germany and Australia. All current versions of Spyware Doctor have won Editors' Choice awards from PC Magazine in United States. In addition, after leading the market in 2005, Spyware Doctor was awarded the prestigious Best of the Year at the end of 2005. 

Spyware Doctor Tools: 
- Spyware & Adware Scanner Keylogger
- Guard Popup
- Blocker Phishing
- Protector Real Time
- Protection Browser
- Guard Spyware Cookie
- Guard Malware
- Immunizer

Homepage - http://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/

Size: 33.0 MB

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AVG Anti-Spyware Plus 7.5.1.43.3339

AVG Anti-Spyware is a brand-new program brought to you by Grisoft that will detect and remove the spyware on your computer. Using AVG Anti-Spyware you can perform a complete system scan, a fast system scan, but also registry scans, memory scans and custom scans.
Using AVG Anti-Spyware you can detect and remove running processes, browser plugins, autostarting applications, available connections. AVG Anti-Spyware has a variety of other tweaks and a powerful file shredder. 

Benefits :
• Easy to use protection – install and forget
• New program versions and updates, for free, throughout the license duration
• Quality proven by all major antivirus certifications (VB100%, ICSA, West Coast Labs Checkmark)
• 24/7 technical support provided at no extra cost

Features :
• Resident shield with on-access scanning
• Unique automatic threat-removal anti-spyware engine
• Self-protection at kernel layer guarantees gapless monitoring
• Strong signatures for higher resistance to malware (malicious software) variations
• Cutting-edge anti-spyware technology — Using the latest state-of-the-art detection technology, AVG detects spyware, adware, DLL-trojans, keyloggers, and much more. Malware hidden in data streams, archives, or the Windows registry is also detected. AVG also scans the memory to detect active threats. 
• Full on-access protection — The powerful AVG Resident Shield provides maximum protection by scanning every file opened, executed, or saved. It also prevents the opening or executing of malware. Self-protection at the kernel layer guarantees gapless monitoring by preventing malware from disabling your anti-spyware protection. 
• Automatic threat handling — AVG can automatically clean infected files and remove other threats such as trojans, dialers, hijackers, spyware, and keyloggers. Suspicious files can be safely moved into quarantine. 
• High-level scanning capabilities — AVG detects sleeping and non-dangerous malware (i.e., malware that has been downloaded but not yet activated). It uses strong signatures to defeat attempts to avoid detection via malware variation, and can securely detect and delete DLL-trojans. With generic crypter and binder technology as well as heuristic analysis, AVG offers your computer the most comprehensive detection of malware. 
• User friendly and intelligent operation — In addition to an intuitive user interface, AVG offers easily configured intelligent updating and simple scheduling of tasks. Configuring program exceptions is straightforward and allows you to exclude specified programs from AVG’s thorough scanning. 
• Complete set of analysis tools — AVG Anti-Spyware allows you to check and control your computer with a wide array of analysis tools such as viewers for processes, connections, browser plugins, startup entries etc. It also features a shredder for secure file deletion and a tool to harden your Windows installation.

Limitations: Resident shield not available in the freeware version. 

Homepage - http://www.grisoft.com/doc/1

Size: 13.6 MB

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