A Dialer
Infected with A Dialer ? |
A dialer is a program that uses a phone connected to a computer to make long-distance phone calls or calls to 900 and 976 phone numbers without alerting the computer user. In order for a dialer to function, the computer must be connected to a phone line via a standard modem (e.g. 56K dial-up) or possibly via ADSL with more sophisticated dialers. Cable or satellite modem users and those on a network or behind a firewall are immune to most dialers.
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| Threat Level: Severe Risk |  |
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A Dialer Characteristics | Displays ads | |
| Records personal data / keystrokes | |
| Hijacks internet browser | |
| Allows remote influence | |
| Downloads unsolicited files | |
| Disables programs / system | |
| Makes unauthorized phone calls |  |
| Exploits a security flaw | |
| Floods internet connection | |
| Distributes threats | |
| Tracks browsing activity with installed applications | |
| Tracks browsing activity with cookies | |
| Installs without user consent | |
| Inadequate uninstall procedures | |
| Insufficient privacy disclosure and consent | |
| Uses excessive system resources | |
| Makes fraudulent claims about spyware detection and removal | |
| Performs Silent Updates |
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