Blekko
Posted: December 28, 2012
Threat Metric
The following fields listed on the Threat Meter containing a specific value, are explained in detail below:
Threat Level: The threat level scale goes from 1 to 10 where 10 is the highest level of severity and 1 is the lowest level of severity. Each specific level is relative to the threat's consistent assessed behaviors collected from SpyHunter's risk assessment model.
Detection Count: The collective number of confirmed and suspected cases of a particular malware threat. The detection count is calculated from infected PCs retrieved from diagnostic and scan log reports generated by SpyHunter.
Volume Count: Similar to the detection count, the Volume Count is specifically based on the number of confirmed and suspected threats infecting systems on a daily basis. High volume counts usually represent a popular threat but may or may not have infected a large number of systems. High detection count threats could lay dormant and have a low volume count. Criteria for Volume Count is relative to a daily detection count.
Trend Path: The Trend Path, utilizing an up arrow, down arrow or equal symbol, represents the level of recent movement of a particular threat. Up arrows represent an increase, down arrows represent a decline and the equal symbol represent no change to a threat's recent movement.
% Impact (Last 7 Days): This demonstrates a 7-day period change in the frequency of a malware threat infecting PCs. The percentage impact correlates directly to the current Trend Path to determine a rise or decline in the percentage.
Ranking: | 3,582 |
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Threat Level: | 5/10 |
Infected PCs: | 115,913 |
First Seen: | December 28, 2012 |
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Last Seen: | December 18, 2023 |
OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The Blekko search engine distinguishes itself by prioritizing spam-free search results. As a community-based search engine, it employs both a dedicated crawler and a human review process to combat spam, providing users with reliable search outcomes.
Addressing Redirect Issues
Despite its commitment to spam-free results, some users encounter unwanted redirects to Blekko.com. This issue is often linked to the installation of the Blekko toolbar, a browser plug-in that modifies settings without user consent, changing the homepage and default search engine to Blekko.com.
Source of Redirect Problems
Users who find themselves unintentionally redirected to Blekko.com may have unknowingly installed the toolbar, often bundled with free software downloaded from the Internet. It's crucial for users to be vigilant during software installations, as free downloads can include additional browser extensions, such as the Blekko toolbar.
Understanding Blekko Toolbar Features
While the Blekko toolbar itself is not inherently malicious, it offers quick launch buttons for social networks and weather forecasts. However, the toolbar is commonly bundled with the Anti-phishing Domain Advisor, a browser add-on known for displaying unwanted ads and coupon offers.
A common strategy for monetization involves bundling free software with Internet browser add-ons, potentially leading to the involuntary installation of the Blekko toolbar. To avoid such instances, users should exercise caution and attentiveness during the download and installation of free software.
Despite concerns about redirects, it's essential to recognize that Blekko is a legitimate search engine, offering safe and credible results for daily Internet searches. Users who willingly install the Blekko toolbar and are aware of redirects need not take further action.
Removal for Unwanted Installations like Blekko
For users who have inadvertently installed the Blekko toolbar and are bothered by redirects to Blekko.com, a removal guide is available to help eliminate the issue. Taking proactive steps can restore the desired browser settings and enhance the overall online experience.
Technical Details
File System Modifications
Tutorials: If you wish to learn how to remove malware components manually, you can read the tutorials on how to find malware, kill unwanted processes, remove malicious DLLs and delete other harmful files. Always be sure to back up your PC before making any changes.
The following files were created in the system:C:\4_ OOPS Keys_2017\AdwCleaner\Quarantine\C\Program Files (x86)\blekkotb\blekkoDx.dll.vir
File name: blekkoDx.dll.virSize: 86.69 KB (86696 bytes)
MD5: 1f3b9565fa09e0cc5b64e7e05fbb7f54
Detection count: 2,066
Mime Type: unknown/vir
Path: C:\4_ OOPS Keys_2017\AdwCleaner\Quarantine\C\Program Files (x86)\blekkotb\blekkoDx.dll.vir
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: November 8, 2022
C:\Program Files\blekkotb\auxi\blekkoAu.dll
File name: blekkoAu.dllSize: 262.31 KB (262312 bytes)
MD5: d1d4c6c2af41fea54f5f05ac797d8cd0
Detection count: 1,815
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: C:\Program Files\blekkotb\auxi\blekkoAu.dll
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: May 21, 2022
C:\System Volume Information\_restore{F9BD30A1-87FC-46E7-93E6-304EDEDE8F93}\RP1744\A0417391.dll
File name: A0417391.dllSize: 85.28 KB (85288 bytes)
MD5: 6ba5208545ba69e1bc1afc4bf0098c6d
Detection count: 855
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: C:\System Volume Information\_restore{F9BD30A1-87FC-46E7-93E6-304EDEDE8F93}\RP1744\A0417391.dll
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: February 13, 2022
C:\Program Files (x86)\blekkotb_sa5\blekkotb_019X.dll
File name: blekkotb_019X.dllSize: 88.26 KB (88264 bytes)
MD5: eff9f6523e3a38d8b01720f07a35bb92
Detection count: 808
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: C:\Program Files (x86)\blekkotb_sa5\blekkotb_019X.dll
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: January 4, 2022
%PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb\auxi\blekkoAu.dll
File name: blekkoAu.dllSize: 262.31 KB (262312 bytes)
MD5: 6129e9e8c142dfc6c88b3d37487e3980
Detection count: 667
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: %PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb\auxi
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: November 24, 2019
%PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb\blekkoDx.dll
File name: blekkoDx.dllSize: 86.69 KB (86696 bytes)
MD5: 8e42aaefc1c8bf98bfc68bf232be5be9
Detection count: 658
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: %PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: November 24, 2019
C:\Program Files\blekkotb_001\blekkotb_019X.dll
File name: blekkotb_019X.dllSize: 88.26 KB (88264 bytes)
MD5: db922a6e2a295cd4c67010b24d11ae3a
Detection count: 518
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: C:\Program Files\blekkotb_001\blekkotb_019X.dll
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: May 8, 2023
%PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb_005\blekkotb_005X.dll
File name: blekkotb_005X.dllSize: 85.28 KB (85288 bytes)
MD5: fdb6a667316fee83568b36adad1f221a
Detection count: 323
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: %PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb_005
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: June 13, 2014
%PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb\auxi\blekkoAu.dll
File name: blekkoAu.dllSize: 262.31 KB (262312 bytes)
MD5: 9f724b41b2fc110a447724ddd54b5fca
Detection count: 311
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: %PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb\auxi
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: June 13, 2014
%PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb\blekkoDx.dll
File name: blekkoDx.dllSize: 86.69 KB (86696 bytes)
MD5: 4122d308c293044ac5bcc37a037c3524
Detection count: 311
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: %PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: June 13, 2014
%PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb_020\blekkotb_019X.dll
File name: blekkotb_019X.dllSize: 85.28 KB (85288 bytes)
MD5: 7db39f6ee44234819e5f219d50cc5c64
Detection count: 234
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: %PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb_020
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: June 13, 2014
%PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb\auxi\blekkoAu.dll
File name: blekkoAu.dllSize: 262.31 KB (262312 bytes)
MD5: b6e0572d5bc0b7757db384ebdd448a51
Detection count: 218
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: %PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb\auxi
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: June 13, 2014
%PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb\blekkoDx.dll
File name: blekkoDx.dllSize: 86.69 KB (86696 bytes)
MD5: a4653301b7edced1e62a0052b1cc2634
Detection count: 215
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: %PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: June 13, 2014
C:\Program Files (x86)\blekkotb_005\blekkotb_005X.dll
File name: blekkotb_005X.dllSize: 88.26 KB (88264 bytes)
MD5: 43cc4ac34a3fd6cd83d415c82cf26562
Detection count: 171
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: C:\Program Files (x86)\blekkotb_005\blekkotb_005X.dll
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: March 12, 2022
%PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb_037\blekkotb_019X.dll
File name: blekkotb_019X.dllSize: 88.26 KB (88264 bytes)
MD5: 2000cb0bb0fa20ce4b51b73507a2e75c
Detection count: 166
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: %PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb_037
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: January 7, 2021
F:\Program Files (x86)\blekkotb_031\blekkotb_019X.dll
File name: blekkotb_019X.dllSize: 88.26 KB (88264 bytes)
MD5: e2e916de46ba15831da3d486e05395b8
Detection count: 126
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: F:\Program Files (x86)\blekkotb_031\blekkotb_019X.dll
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: September 23, 2020
%PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb_soc\blekkotb_019X.dll
File name: blekkotb_019X.dllSize: 88.26 KB (88264 bytes)
MD5: a2680d5d4b162b6686be28752516a31a
Detection count: 122
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: %PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb_soc
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: June 13, 2014
%LOCALAPPDATA%\blekkotb\Apps\wvbsdyol.dll
File name: wvbsdyol.dllSize: 390.14 KB (390144 bytes)
MD5: d2d78dd8b91403ef74c3721883075199
Detection count: 52
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: %LOCALAPPDATA%\blekkotb\Apps
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: June 13, 2014
%PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb_014\blekkotb_014X.dll
File name: blekkotb_014X.dllSize: 85.28 KB (85288 bytes)
MD5: bb9a7e6329906080016a7b3a840da8d1
Detection count: 49
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: %PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb_014
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: June 13, 2014
%PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb_017\blekkotb_017X.dll
File name: blekkotb_017X.dllSize: 85.28 KB (85288 bytes)
MD5: af6a1ea26ef2851ce13cc5ad92fddc4b
Detection count: 40
File type: Dynamic link library
Mime Type: unknown/dll
Path: %PROGRAMFILES%\blekkotb_017
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: June 13, 2014
More files
Registry Modifications
HKEY..\..\..\..{RegistryKeys}Software\AppDataLow\Software\blekkotbSOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run\blekko Anti-PhishingSOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run\blekko Anti-PhishingHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\[APPLICATION]\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall..{Uninstaller}blekko Anti-Phishing
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