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Toolbar:W32/MyGlobalSearch

Detection Names : WebToolbar.Win32.MyWebSearch
Adware.Toolbar.Mywebsearch, mywebsearch
Adware:W32/FunWeb.B
Category:Spyware
Type:Toolbar
Platform:W32
Website:http://www.myglobalsearch.com

Summary

A browser plug-in which provides additional functionality not included in the standard browser. May introduce security risks not present in the standard browser.

Disinfection

Allow F-Secure Anti-Virus to disinfect the relevant files.

For more general information on disinfection, please see Removal Instructions.

Additional Details

Toolbar:W32/MyGlobalSearch is a toolbar that installs on the system without displaying any privacy policy or End User License Agreement (EULA) during the installation process.
 
The toolbar is installed on all user accounts. While installed, search engine results may be redirected to display unsolicited advertisements or websites.

A functional uninstaller is not provided.