Buzzy P2P File Sharing

It is an adware is any 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: Buzzy P2P File Sharing
Malware Type: Adware
Company Name: SurfAccuracy
Company URL: http://surfaccuracy.com/
Threat Level: Moderate Risk
Operating System: WIN XP
Installation Type: Installed through EXE
Operation: Time of After Installation.

Company Description:

SurfAccuracy allows advertisers to target consumers based on their surfing behavior. The result is targeted contextual popup advertising producing cost effective results. Its online manager gives advertisers complete control over cost, targets and geography. Although it monitor how SurfAccuracy is promoted and distributed by its affiliates and distribution channels, it is not impossible that some abusive practices are taking place.

Spyware Description:

It is an adware is any 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:

    -> Bundled with other adware -> Degrade the performance and stability of the computer -> Tracks browsing habits -> Displays third-party advertising on the computer0

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Processes Running:

BuzzyP2PFileSharingFull.exe

File information Created after Installation:

File Location Size (Bytes) Type
C:\Program Files\Buzzy P2P File Sharing Full\Netblocks by Country\UKRAINE.msn 28202 MSN File
C:\Program Files\Buzzy P2P File Sharing Full\Netblocks by Country\UNITED ARAB EMIRATES.msn 2630 MSN File
C:\Program Files\Buzzy P2P File Sharing Full\Netblocks by Country\UNITED STATES3.msn 67002 MSN File

Folder information Created after Installation:

Folder Location
C:\Documents and Settings\Sapna\Start Menu\Programs\Buzzy Software Inc\Buzzy P2P File Sharing Full
C:\Documents and Settings\Sapna\Start Menu\Programs\Buzzy Software Inc\Buzzy P2P File Sharing Full\Utilities

Registry information Created after Installation:

Main Registry Key Sub Registry Key Key Value Name
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\{20E8ED09-EAB5-4DED-AF9C-16E981A7392D} URLUpdateInfo
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\{20E8ED09-EAB5-4DED-AF9C-16E981A7392D} Version
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\{20E8ED09-EAB5-4DED-AF9C-16E981A7392D} VersionMajor