Kaspersky Internet Security 6.0/7.0/2009 (all builds)
Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 for Windows Workstations (all builds)
The Anti-Spy module has the Anti-Dialer component and blocks the programs that try to dial-up without user's knowledge and consent. Programs of the dialer type belong to the Spyware class and are wide-spread. Dialers are dangerous for homeusers as they dial-up to remote servers and connect to them without user's knowledge. As with all spyware, dialers use stealthy methods of installation (using ActiveX, TrojanDownloader, etc.). After installing itself, the dialer
dials up the number and connects by its own means;
can create new remote connections;
can change existing remote connections.
The dialer technology is one the most powerful means a cyber criminal uses to access unprotected PC’s.
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