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Adware:W32/Kitsune

Classification

Category:

Spyware

Type:

Adware

Summary

This program delivers advertising content to the user. It is usually annoying but harmless, unless it is combined with spyware or trackware.

Removal

Technical Details

Adware Kitsune is an adware module and is installed as an add-on (browser plug-in) for the Mozilla Firefox browser.

The user is usually required to install this add-on when downloading on certain download websites, such as bitroad.net, megaupload and etc. The purpose of the add-on is for displaying advertisements in a pop-up or banner form.

It has been reported that the Microsoft Internet Explorer counterpart of this Firefox add-on is called "AdsTechnology".

Installation

When the add-on is installed, it uses the name "firebit", which is visible in the Add-ons menu on the Firefox browser.

Activity

While active, Adware Kitsune may cause a slowdown while the browser is being loaded, as the add-on attempts to contact the remote site, "files.firebit.net".

Removal

Users may opt to disable the add-on when not downloading from the website that requires its presence. Alternatively, users may completely uninstall it once it is no longer needed to complete a download.

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