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Name: Spyware.Seekmo_Search_Assistant
Threat Level: Info
Description: Seekmo Search Assistant produces targeted pop-up advertisements based on what users browse. To produce these targeted advertisements, Seekmo Search Assistant collects keywords from websites you visit including portions of website addresses or URLs, which can include users search terms. The current version appears to conform to AntiSpyware Coalition Best Practices, however a full screen served by Seekmo may replace a screen from which the user intends to purchase a product, also some registry keys remain if you uninstall the product.
Type: TT_Spyware
By: 180solutions Inc.
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Removal: This infection can be removed using Spyware Doctor.

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