123Bar

It adds as a toolbar with internet Explorer. It frequently tries to contact its own server for configuration updates. It is a software application in which advertising is displayed while the program is running. The authors of these applications include additional code that delivers the ads, which can be viewed through pop-up windows or through a bar that appears on a computer screen and sometimes through text links or in integrated search results. Adware may or may not track personal information. It may also gather information anonymously or in aggregate only. Users should check the EULA and Privacy policy to ensure if the adware on their machines conforms to their standards.0

General information:

Malware Name: 123Bar
Malware Type: Adware
Company Name: Soft Jily
Company URL: http://soft.jily.net/
Threat Level: Elevated Risk
Operating System: WIN XP
Installation Type: Installed through ActiveX
Operation: Time of After Installation.

Company Description:

Soft Jily adds a toolbar with internet explorer. It frequently tries to contact its own server for configuration updates. From it we get the freshest news from all over the world. It also blocks popup messages. It also collects the personal information. It also makes the web search easy. It provides an expert’s view of the subject covered by the site.

Spyware Description:

It adds as a toolbar with internet Explorer. It frequently tries to contact its own server for configuration updates. It is a software application in which advertising is displayed while the program is running. The authors of these applications include additional code that delivers the ads, which can be viewed through pop-up windows or through a bar that appears on a computer screen and sometimes through text links or in integrated search results. Adware may or may not track personal information. It may also gather information anonymously or in aggregate only. Users should check the EULA and Privacy policy to ensure if the adware on their machines conforms to their standards.0

Characteristics/Symptoms:

    -> It has a search function and provides search results for paid advertisers -> Track browsing habits -> Adds a third-party utility bar to the web browser -> Changes browser -> Shows Advertisements0

Additional information might be found here:

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Processes Running:

regbar.exe

File information Created after Installation:

File Location Size (Bytes) Type
C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\??-IE??\??IE?? 681 Shortcut
C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\??-IE??\??\??--IE??(123???) V1.85 758 Shortcut
C:\Program Files\jilysoft\123bar\123dl.exe 203776 Application

Folder information Created after Installation:

Folder Location
C:\Program Files\jilysoft
C:\Program Files\jilysoft\123bar

Registry information Created after Installation:

Main Registry Key Sub Registry Key Key Value Name
HKEY_CURRENT_USER \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MenuOrder\Start Menu2\Programs\??-IE?? Order