Description of BargainBuddy :
BargainBuddy, bundled with Net2Phone, tracks your surfing activities and displays pop-up ads when it detects a known keyword you entered into a form. BargainBuddy will also silently check a remote server for updates to the software and for ads that will be displayed. It can also slow down your browser's performance.
Recommendation for BargainBuddy :
It is highly recommended that this application be removed. Non-removal of this application will expose you to unscrupulous advertisers who will constantly send you numerous unsolicited ads.
Trusted: No
Trojan: No
Chronic: No
Trojan: Yes
Carrier: No
Browser Hijacker: No
Dialer: No
Commercial Keylogger: No
Remote Administration Tool: No
Suspected: No
Company Name: eXact Advertising
Platforms Affected:
Methods of Distribution: In most instances, this spyware is installed via ActiveX download on the company website and affiliate sites.
Variants/Versions:
Release Date: 2002