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Surfsidekick

Classification

Category:Spyware
Type:Spy, Monitoring Tool
Aliases:

SurfsidekickSurfsidekick

Summary

Browser Helper Object, Installs Unsolicited, May Cause System Instabilities, Tracks Surfing Habits.

Removal

Based on the settings of your F-Secure security product, it may block the file from running, move it to the quarantine where it cannot spread or cause harm, or ask you to select an action.

A False Positive is when a file is incorrectly detected as harmful, usually because its code or behavior resembles known harmful programs. A False Positive will usually be fixed in a subsequent database update without any action needed on your part. If you wish, you may also:

  • Check for the latest database updates

    First check if your F-Secure security program is using the latest updates, then try scanning the file again.

  • Submit a sample

    After checking, if you still believe the file is incorrectly detected, you can submit a sample of it for re-analysis.

    Note: If the file was moved to quarantine, you need to collect the file from quarantine before you can submit it.

  • Exclude a file from further scanning

    If you are certain that the file is safe and want to continue using it, you can exclude it from further scanning by the F-Secure security product.

    Note: You need administrative rights to change the settings.

Technical Details

DeluxeCommunication was formerly known as SurfSideKick. It will install itself as a Browser Helper Object. DeluxeCommunications tracks surfing habits and may also cause system instabilities.

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