This component is part of UK Phone Codes 2
Component Name: phones.exe
Description of : UK Phone Codes 2 dials toll numbers without your permission. These toll numbers usually connect to adult-related sites and are charged to your phone bill. It installs silently on your computer when you click on a link or an ad and automatically starts to dial its own number, disconnecting you from your Internet session.
Recommendation for :
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
Adware: No
Carrier: No
Browser Hijacker: No
Dialer: Yes
Commercial Keylogger: No
Remote Administration Tool: No
Suspected: No
Company Name: MediaWeb
Platforms Affected:
Methods of Distribution: This dialer may be downloaded from the company website, as well as shareware websites.
Variants/Versions:
Release Date: 2003