PLook
It is a Browser Plug-in is a software module that is attached to the browser, usually Internet Explorer, and that works within the browser to provide additional functionality. Browser Plug-ins may be installed with adware and used to display advertising
as well as redirect the browser to alternate sites and alternate search results. Many Browser Plug-ins also monitor user web surfing and search data to facilitate targeted, contextual advertising. A toolbar is one type of Browser Plug-in.0
General information:
| Malware Name: |
PLook |
| Malware Type: |
Adware |
| Company Name: |
3Find.com |
| Company URL: |
http://www.3find.com/
|
| Threat Level: |
Moderate Risk |
| Operating System: |
WIN XP |
| Installation Type: |
Installed through EXE |
| Operation: |
Time of After Installation. |
Company Description:
3Find.com is a fast growing company where employees have years of experience in the field of Internet marketing, analytics, and information technology. 3Find.com is now generating close to 3 million ad impressions a month and growing at a fast pace.
Spyware Description:
It is a Browser Plug-in is a software module that is attached to the browser, usually Internet Explorer, and that works within the browser to provide additional functionality. Browser Plug-ins may be installed with adware and used to display advertising
as well as redirect the browser to alternate sites and alternate search results. Many Browser Plug-ins also monitor user web surfing and search data to facilitate targeted, contextual advertising. A toolbar is one type of Browser Plug-in.0
Characteristics/Symptoms:
-> Displays third-party advertising on the computer -> Tracks browsing habits -> Degrade the performance and stability of the computer. -> Bundled with other adware0
Additional information might be found here:
Processes Running:
plook.exe
File information Created after Installation:
| File Location |
Size (Bytes) |
Type |
| C:\Program Files\PLook\Updater.exe |
429568 |
Application |
| C:\Program Files\PLook\rld.exe |
24576 |
Application |
| C:\Program Files\PLook\uninst.exe |
47629 |
Application |
Folder information Created after Installation:
Registry information Created after Installation:
| Main Registry Key |
Sub Registry Key |
Key Value Name |
| HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE |
\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\PLook Application |
Publisher |
| HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE |
\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\PLook Application |
URLInfoAbout |
| HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE |
\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\PLook Application |
UninstallString |
