xSpyware

Xspyware is a rogue anti-spyware application that provides ambiguous information about what the program does, has a low detection rate, and has a high false positive rate that may goad the user into purchasing the application. This application is adware. Adware is not normally a threat, but is usually considered a nuisance. It might have been installed by another application. It can pop up advertisements even if you have a popup blocker on your computer. It can monitor your computer usage to generate ads that you are more likely to respond to. Adware can consume processing power and network bandwidth, thus slowing down your computer and interrupting your workflow.0

General information:

Malware Name: xSpyware
Malware Type: Adware
Company Name: xSpyware
Company URL: http://www.xspyware.net
Threat Level: Medium Risk
Operating System: WIN XP
Installation Type: Installed through EXE
Operation: Time of After Installation.

Company Description:

xSpyware provides 100% free spyware scan. It protects computer from Adware, Sneakware, Malware, Trojans, Viruses and Malicious Code. It keeps protection up-to-date. It has a comprehensive database on malicious objects. It consists of a user friendly interface. It provides full protection against incoming spyware. xSpyware is free to download.

Spyware Description:

Xspyware is a rogue anti-spyware application that provides ambiguous information about what the program does, has a low detection rate, and has a high false positive rate that may goad the user into purchasing the application. This application is adware. Adware is not normally a threat, but is usually considered a nuisance. It might have been installed by another application. It can pop up advertisements even if you have a popup blocker on your computer. It can monitor your computer usage to generate ads that you are more likely to respond to. Adware can consume processing power and network bandwidth, thus slowing down your computer and interrupting your workflow.0

Characteristics/Symptoms:

    -> Displays third-party advertising on the computer -> Tracks browsing habits -> Degrade the performance and stability of the computer. -> Bundled with other adware 0

Additional information might be found here:

google Search at Google for xSpyware
bing Search at Bing for xSpyware
yahoo Search at Yahoo for xSpyware

Processes Running:

xSpyware.exe

File information Created after Installation:

File Location Size (Bytes) Type
C:\Documents and Settings\[USER]\Start Menu\Programs\xSpyware\Uninstall.lnk 495 Shortcut
C:\Documents and Settings\[USER]\Start Menu\Programs\xSpyware\Website.lnk 586 Shortcut
C:\Program Files\xSpyware\uninst.exe 58060 Application

Folder information Created after Installation:

Folder Location
C:\Program Files\xSpyware\Backup

Registry information Created after Installation:

Main Registry Key Sub Registry Key Key Value Name
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\xSpyware Publisher
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\xSpyware URLInfoAbout
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\xSpyware UninstallString