MyWebSearch Removal

The latest AIM "virus" on the web has turned out not to be a virus. It crosses the fine line into the realm of adware. As such, it is not removed by AIMFix due to the complicated nature of the program, BUT Ad-Aware SE and Spybot Search and Destroy can remove the program. You can get instructions and download links to both of these removal programs at http://jayloden.com/spyware.htm.

Please note that AIMFix does not remove this because of its spyware nature, but AIMFix will end the main process to prevent IM intereference until you can use Ad-Aware to remove it fully.

The symptoms of the spyware are as follows:

1. MyWebSearch toolbar in Internet Explorer
2. Extra toolbar in AOL Instant Messenger
3. Links inserted into away messages with the following text:
   "Want to see your buddy's cool new IM icon? Go to http://buddies.funbuddyicons.com @[fwpscript]Version:01.03.00.06|Icon:none@[/fwpscript]"
4. Want to see your buddy's cool new IM icon? Go to http://buddies.funbuddyicons.com/?ZN
   @[fwpscript]Version:01.03.00.07|Icon:40a@[/fwpscript]

Again, to remove this pest, simply follow the illustrated instructions for using Ad-Aware and Spybot to clean your computer.