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Profile - CoolWebSearch (CWS)

Name CoolWebSearch (CWS)
Unique Code BG4DS
Type Adware
Severity Very High
Description

CoolWebSearch (CWS) is an adware program that may display advertisements on your system.

Characteristics

CoolWebSearch (CWS) may display advertisements on your computer.

Method of Infection

CoolWebSearch (CWS) generally propagates itself using dialog boxes, various social engineering methods, or through scripting errors. Usually adware and BHOs are bundled with various free software programs.

Consequences

This program can display advertisements. It may also cause slowing of your Web browser and system performance issues.