This component is part of SafeSurfing.MediaUpdate
Component Name: pshwr.exe
Description of : SafeSurfing.MediaUpdate is a browser plug-in that keeps a log of the pages you visit with Internet Explorer and brings up pop-up advertisements while you surf.
Recommendation for :
It is strongly recommended that this spyware be removed.
Trusted: No
Trojan: No
Chronic: No
Adware: No
Carrier: No
Browser Hijacker: Yes
Dialer: No
Commercial Keylogger: No
Remote Administration Tool: No
Suspected: No
Company Name: .
Platforms Affected:
Methods of Distribution: This spyware is installed via drive-by download on certain affiliate websites.
Variants/Versions:
Release Date: 2003