BHO/Downloader/Realtens.f

Alias: SmartPops (the object name of the BHO in the NE variant), orkEssentials, NetworkEssentials, TrojanDownloader.Win32.Realtens.f

Description: BHO/Downloader/Realtens.f is an Internet Explorer browser helper object which monitors URLs being viewed in the web browser. BHO/Downloader/Realtens.f updates the list of targeted sites and downloads and displays pop-up advertisements when directed to do so by the BHO. Gathers info on your browsing habits to display popup ads targeted at your interests.

Threat type:

BHO - A Browser Helper Object (BHO) is a software application that runs automatically whenever you start Internet Explorer. Browser Helper Objects are typically installed by other programs such as toolbar accessories and can track internet usage, create popup windows, display additional information on a viewed page and collect information that is transmitted by you over the internet. Malicious software that exploits this technology can replace banner advertisements with other ads, monitor your actions, change your home page, etc.

Downloader - A Downloader is a software application or part of the program which is designed to retrieve (download) and install additional files from the Internet. Malware programs often include Downloaders which allow the Malware to continually update themselves, thereby eluding detection.

Advice: Remove This is a very high risk threat and should be removed immediately as to prevent harm to your computer or your privacy.

Detection:
SpyNoMore detects BHO/Downloader/Realtens.f: Yes

Threat risk: Medium Risk

Potentially dangerous malware. May collect sensitive user information and broadcast data back to a server with "opt-out" permission. Category includes most adware programs.

Symptoms:

BHO/Downloader/Realtens.f changes browser settings.

BHO/Downloader/Realtens.f displays commercial advertisements.

BHO/Downloader/Realtens.f hides from the user and stays resident in background.

BHO/Downloader/Realtens.f Signature Details: The following information includes some of the standard signatures associated with this spyware threat. Please do not attempt to manually remove these items from your computer; Removing these items incorrectly or partially can cause your computer to experience critical errors, prevent your computer from restarting or cause loss of Internet connectivity. Should you be infected with BHO/Downloader/Realtens.f, you can clean your computer by downloading SpyNoMore now.

Running Process Signatures:
N/A

File Signatures:
%WINDOWS%\digital signature 20031222.htm
%WINDOWS%\digital signature 20021024.htm
%WINDOWS%\digital signature 20031218.htm
%WINDOWS%\digital signature 20020604.htm
%WINDOWS%\digital signature 20031215.htm
%WINDOWS%\digital signature 20031202.htm
%WINDOWS%\digital signature 20030603.htm
%WINDOWS%\digital signature 20030604.htm

Registered Dll (Dynamic Link Library) Signatures:
N/A

Folder Signatures:
%PROGRAM_FILES%\networ~1\v16
%PROGRAM_FILES%\network essentials
%PROGRAM_FILES%\recommended hotfix - 421701d

Registry Signatures:


SpyNoMore Collected Residual File Signatures:
N/A

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Tracking Cookie/WWW.HighTrafficAds.com
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Trojan/Backdoor/XQdoor.09
Trojan/WinDel
Trojan/Backdoor/RAT/SmallShare
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