RogueAntiSpyware.Virus_Blast

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Name:	RogueAntiSpyware.Virus_Blast
Threat Level:	Elevated
Description:	Virus Blast is a rogue anti-spyware product. When installed on the users machines, it detects entries which are not related to spyware or malware and makes the user think their machines are infected. Then it prompts the user to buy the product. Also, it adds an Internet Explorer Browser Helper Objects, which disables the opening of Internet Explorer and slows down other applications.
Type:	TT_RAS
Also known as:	ContraVirus
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Removal:	This infection can be removed using Spyware Doctor.

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