BHO/Hijacker/Toolbar/Windows Search Bar

Alias: Windows searchbar, Windows Search Bar

Description: This is a Remote Administration Tool (RAT), used by hackers for gaining access to distant PCs. A RAT program works by a simple but effective principle: the hacker infects the machine with a “server” program via the e-mail or File and Print Sharing system and can control it, using a “client” on his computer. Originated in March 2002. The functions of a RAT can vary, depending on the needs of the attacker. This Brazilian RAT is written in Visual Basic. Created by a group called DeMonS group. Originated in March 2002. Requires 737 kb place for storage.

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.

Hijacker - A Hijacker is a software application that takes control of your browser's settings. Usually it changes your home page and redirects it to some unknown site or modifies your search settings. It prevents you from changing back your browser's settings. An infected browser usually operates much slower.

Toolbar - A Toolbar is a group of buttons that performs different tasks. Unwanted toolbars are usually installed by adware programs that try to send users to their paying advertisers.

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/Hijacker/Toolbar/Windows Search Bar: Yes

Threat risk: High Risk

Very dangerous malware. Can log user's keyboard activity and take snapshots of the user's screen. Uses stealth installation and removal is very difficult. Category includes spyware programs, adware programs and trojans.

Symptoms:

BHO/Hijacker/Toolbar/Windows Search Bar 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/Hijacker/Toolbar/Windows Search Bar, you can clean your computer by downloading SpyNoMore now.

Running Process Signatures:
N/A

File Signatures:
%WINDOWS%\system32\winsb.dll
%WINDOWS%\system\winsb.dll

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

Folder Signatures:
N/A

Registry Signatures:
HKCR\clsid\{9fb534e3-67cb-4307-ae0a-9e8b5581be2c}
HKLM\software\classes\clsid\{9fb534e3-67cb-4307-ae0a-9e8b5581be2c}
HKCR\clsid\{a1dd937d-71e1-4bb5-bd5d-1b01b9cb1c2f}
HKLM\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\explorer\browser helper objects\{9fb534e3-67cb-4307-ae0a-9e8b5581be2c}
HKCR\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\explorer\browser helper objects\{9fb534e3-67cb-4307-ae0a-9e8b5581be2c}
HKLM\software\classes\clsid\{a1dd937d-71e1-4bb5-bd5d-1b01b9cb1c2f}

SpyNoMore Collected Residual File Signatures:
N/A

See Also:
BHO/Hijacker/PopUpDefence
Adware/BHO/IEPageHelper
Adware/RedHotNetworks
Adware/WebHlpr
BHO/Hijacker/Search Hijacker/Comet Systems
BHO/Toolbar/TotalVelocity zSearch
BHO/Toolbar/SurfAssistant
BHO/Hijacker/CWS.PayForTraffic.net
BHO/Toolbar/Commander
Adware/BHO/Toolbar/StartNow.HyperBar