File Name: adv.exe
File Type: EXE File
Also Known As: adv
Associated Process: Adware.W32.BargainBuddy
Status: Confirmed Spyware
File Type: EXE File
Also Known As: adv
Associated Process: Adware.W32.BargainBuddy
Status: Confirmed Spyware
adv.exe is known to be a type of adware. The correct course of action is to delete this file, after backing up your hard drive, and scanning for more viruses.
Adware.W32.BargainBuddy is a type of malware, and adv is linked to it. Spyware and malware often masquerade as legitimate files, so backing up your hard drive before removing files is a very good idea.
A good way to ensure that you only remove harmful files is to use Computer Associates's free scan of your hard drive.
Since adv.exe has been located on your hard drive, there's probably more spyware or viruses you haven't discovered. This free hard drive scan is probably the best way to make sure you don't experience future issues with harmful files.
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