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Full Name:
Ad Armor Websearch   Read More
Type: Miscellaneous Security
Also Known as: AdArmor
Created by: AdArmor
SG Index: 6 [Explain]
Category Description: These are usually anti-spyware or security software applications that use various forms of deception and/or unethical means or show a history of negligent false positives to goad the end user to make a purchase.

In some cases these applications maybe downloaded with some form of unwanted software at which point the rogue application is offered to the customer as a way to remove the unwanted software.
Comment: This is a rogue anti-spyware application. This is listed on the Rogue Anti-Spyware list from Spywarewarriors.
http://spywarewarrior.com/rogue_anti-spyware.htm
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Ad Armor
Information URL: http://adarmor.com
   
Properties:
  •  Autostarts/Stays Resident
  •  Deceptive Advertising (In App)
  •  Fake You are infected alerts
  •  Has Updater
  •  Opens ports
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