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26th June, 2006, 18:33
Source: PandaLabs (http://www.pandasoftware.com/virus_info/encyclopedia/overview.aspx?IdVirus=121583&sind=0&sitepanda=particulares)
Common name: Browsezilla
Technical name: Adware/Browsezilla
Threat level: Low
Type: Spyware
Subtype: Adware
Effects:
It downloads and runs Adware/PicsPlace in the affected computer. It can be voluntarily downloaded while accessing several websites for adults.
Affected platforms:
Windows 2003/XP/2000/NT/ME/98/95
First detected on: June 21, 2006
Detection updated on: June 22, 2006
In circulation? no
Brief Description
Browsezilla is an adware program that downloads Adware/PicsPlace to the affected computer, and then, runs it.
Browsezilla can be voluntarily downloaded when visiting certain websites for adults, and from the website belonging to the company that has developed it.
Visible Symptoms
Browsezilla is easy to recognize, as when the browser is run, it has the following appearance:
http://www.pandasoftware.com/img/enc/AdwareBrowseZilla.gif
Tech detail
Effects
Browsezilla downloads the adware detected as PicsPlace to the affected computer and then, runs it.
Infection strategy
Browsezilla creates the following files:
* ZILLA.EXE, in the subfolder BROWSEZILLA of the root directory of the C: drive. This file is the browser.
* UPDATE.EXE, in the subfolder BROWSEZILLA of the root directory of the C: drive. This file downloads Adware/PicsPlace to the affected computer.
* UNINSTALL.EXE, in the subfolder BROWSEZILLA of the root directory of the C: drive.
* BROWSEZILLA.LNK, in the root directory of the C: drive and in the Desktop. These files are shortcuts to the browser.
Browsezilla creates the following entry in the Windows Registry:
* HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\ Software\ Microsoft\ Windows\ CurrentVersion\ policies\ explorer\ run
BrowseZilla = c:\browsezilla\update.exe
By creating this entry, Browsezilla ensures that it is run whenever Windows is started.
Means of transmission
Browsezilla can be voluntarily downloaded when visiting certain websites for adults, and from the website belonging to the company that has developed it.
Further Details
Browsezilla is written in the programming language Delphi. This adware is 348,160 bytes in size.
Prevention and Cure
Is my computer infected by Browsezilla?
Bear in mind that Browsezilla is not really a virus but an adware.
In order to make absolutely sure that Browsezilla has not affected your computer, carry out a full scan of your computer using a Panda Product detecting adware, after checking that it is updated. For detailed information on how to update your solution, check the User Guide corresponding to it.
If you do not have a Panda product detecting adware, or you are not a registered Panda Software client, check if the files and the entry in the Windows Registry associated to Browsezilla and described in section Means of infection exist in your computer.
How to remove Browsezilla?
Keep in mind that Browsezilla is not really a virus but an adware. So make sure that your Panda solution detects and removes this type of threat.
If you have a Panda product detecting adware:
If your Panda product detects Browsezilla during the scan, it will automatically offer you the option of deleting it. Do this by following the program's instructions.
If you do not have a Panda product detecting adware or you are not a registered Panda Software client:
In case that you do not have a product of such characteristics at your disposal, we strongly recommend you to consider the benefits of purchasing a solution detecting all types of malware.
In order to restore the original configuration of your computer, follow the instructions below:
* Delete all the files and the entry that Browsezilla has created, mentioned in section Means of infection.
* Restart the computer.
Additional notes:
* For instructions on how to modify the Windows Registry, click here.
* After deleting this malware by following the specified steps, if your computer runs Windows Millenium, click here to find out how to eliminate it from the _Restore folder.
* After deleting this malware by following the specified steps, if your computer runs Windows XP, click here to find out how to eliminate it from the _Restore folder.
How can I protect my computer from Browsezilla?
In order to keep your computer protected, bear the following tips in mind:
* Install a good antivirus in your computer. Click here to get the Panda antivirus solution that best suits your needs.
* Keep your antivirus updated. If automatic updates are available, configure your antivirus to use them.
* Keep your permanent antivirus protection enabled at all times.
For more detailed information about how to protect your computer against viruses and other threats, click here (http://www.pandasoftware.com/virus_info/tips/).
Common name: Browsezilla
Technical name: Adware/Browsezilla
Threat level: Low
Type: Spyware
Subtype: Adware
Effects:
It downloads and runs Adware/PicsPlace in the affected computer. It can be voluntarily downloaded while accessing several websites for adults.
Affected platforms:
Windows 2003/XP/2000/NT/ME/98/95
First detected on: June 21, 2006
Detection updated on: June 22, 2006
In circulation? no
Brief Description
Browsezilla is an adware program that downloads Adware/PicsPlace to the affected computer, and then, runs it.
Browsezilla can be voluntarily downloaded when visiting certain websites for adults, and from the website belonging to the company that has developed it.
Visible Symptoms
Browsezilla is easy to recognize, as when the browser is run, it has the following appearance:
http://www.pandasoftware.com/img/enc/AdwareBrowseZilla.gif
Tech detail
Effects
Browsezilla downloads the adware detected as PicsPlace to the affected computer and then, runs it.
Infection strategy
Browsezilla creates the following files:
* ZILLA.EXE, in the subfolder BROWSEZILLA of the root directory of the C: drive. This file is the browser.
* UPDATE.EXE, in the subfolder BROWSEZILLA of the root directory of the C: drive. This file downloads Adware/PicsPlace to the affected computer.
* UNINSTALL.EXE, in the subfolder BROWSEZILLA of the root directory of the C: drive.
* BROWSEZILLA.LNK, in the root directory of the C: drive and in the Desktop. These files are shortcuts to the browser.
Browsezilla creates the following entry in the Windows Registry:
* HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\ Software\ Microsoft\ Windows\ CurrentVersion\ policies\ explorer\ run
BrowseZilla = c:\browsezilla\update.exe
By creating this entry, Browsezilla ensures that it is run whenever Windows is started.
Means of transmission
Browsezilla can be voluntarily downloaded when visiting certain websites for adults, and from the website belonging to the company that has developed it.
Further Details
Browsezilla is written in the programming language Delphi. This adware is 348,160 bytes in size.
Prevention and Cure
Is my computer infected by Browsezilla?
Bear in mind that Browsezilla is not really a virus but an adware.
In order to make absolutely sure that Browsezilla has not affected your computer, carry out a full scan of your computer using a Panda Product detecting adware, after checking that it is updated. For detailed information on how to update your solution, check the User Guide corresponding to it.
If you do not have a Panda product detecting adware, or you are not a registered Panda Software client, check if the files and the entry in the Windows Registry associated to Browsezilla and described in section Means of infection exist in your computer.
How to remove Browsezilla?
Keep in mind that Browsezilla is not really a virus but an adware. So make sure that your Panda solution detects and removes this type of threat.
If you have a Panda product detecting adware:
If your Panda product detects Browsezilla during the scan, it will automatically offer you the option of deleting it. Do this by following the program's instructions.
If you do not have a Panda product detecting adware or you are not a registered Panda Software client:
In case that you do not have a product of such characteristics at your disposal, we strongly recommend you to consider the benefits of purchasing a solution detecting all types of malware.
In order to restore the original configuration of your computer, follow the instructions below:
* Delete all the files and the entry that Browsezilla has created, mentioned in section Means of infection.
* Restart the computer.
Additional notes:
* For instructions on how to modify the Windows Registry, click here.
* After deleting this malware by following the specified steps, if your computer runs Windows Millenium, click here to find out how to eliminate it from the _Restore folder.
* After deleting this malware by following the specified steps, if your computer runs Windows XP, click here to find out how to eliminate it from the _Restore folder.
How can I protect my computer from Browsezilla?
In order to keep your computer protected, bear the following tips in mind:
* Install a good antivirus in your computer. Click here to get the Panda antivirus solution that best suits your needs.
* Keep your antivirus updated. If automatic updates are available, configure your antivirus to use them.
* Keep your permanent antivirus protection enabled at all times.
For more detailed information about how to protect your computer against viruses and other threats, click here (http://www.pandasoftware.com/virus_info/tips/).