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Name: SpamTool.Agent.U
Threat Level: High
Description: SpamTool.Agent.U uses the infected machine to send spam emails to other parties with its own smtp engine. It also hijacks the Layered Service Provider (LSP) chain to monitor network traffic for emails addresses.
Type: TT_Trojan
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Removal: This infection can be removed using Spyware Doctor.

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