This component is part of SurfSideKick
Component Name: surfsidekick.exe
Description of : This is an adware application that hides in your system and sends you advertisements by opening browser windows while you surf. It is difficult to detect as the ads are relatively infrequent.
Recommendation for :
This is a threat to your system. It is strongly recommended that this be removed immediately.
Trusted: No
Trojan: No
Chronic: Yes
Adware: No
Carrier: No
Browser Hijacker: No
Dialer: No
Commercial Keylogger: No
Remote Administration Tool: No
Suspected: No
Company Name: NA
Platforms Affected:
Methods of Distribution: This application may be installed stealthily while browsing through adult related and affiliate sites.
Variants/Versions:
Release Date: 2004