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Adware.Bookedspace

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Updated: February 13, 2007 11:35:04 AM
Type: Adware
Risk Impact: High
File Names: rem00001.dll oo4.dll bxxs5.dll Other names exist.
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP

Behavior


Adware.Bookedspace is an adware program that displays pop-up windows with advertisements while browsing the Internet.

Symptoms


An unusual number of pop-up windows, even on sites where you would not expect to see any.

Transmission


A third-party product installs Adware.Bookedspace and is also responsible for the End User License Agreement (EULA). However, the adware is often installed without any indications or consent.

Protection

  • Initial Rapid Release version October 15, 2003
  • Latest Rapid Release version June 14, 2008 revision 017
  • Initial Daily Certified version October 15, 2003 revision 002
  • Latest Daily Certified version July 24, 2008 revision 024
  • Initial Weekly Certified release date October 15, 2003

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