Spyware.Rogue_Anti-Spyware_Products

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Name:	Spyware.Rogue_Anti-Spyware_Products
Threat Level:	High
Description:	Rogue and suspect anti-spyware products use deceptive and unfair practices to trick consumers into purchasing them. Methods can include not providing proven, reliable anti-spyware protection or being prone to ridiculous false positives; unfair, deceptive or high pressure sales tactics; being associated with known distributors of spyware/adware or having been known to install spyware/adware themselves.
Type:	TT_Spyware
Removal:	This infection can be removed using Spyware Doctor.

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