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BrowserModifier:Win32/BDPlugin
Detected by Microsoft Defender Antivirus
Aliases: Adware.Bho.Browserplugin.A (BitDefender) Adware-BDSearch (McAfee) Adware/BDSToolbar (Panda)
Summary
BrowserModifier:Win32/BDPlugin is a DLL file which is usually introduced to an affected system as a component of BrowserModifier:Win32/BaiduSobar. It may display unwanted pop-ups and advertisements on the affected system.
Run an up-to-date scanning and removal tool
Most scanning and removal software can detect and prevent the installation of known malicious software and unwanted software such as Trojans, adware or spyware. You should frequently run a scanning and removal tool that is updated with the latest signature files.
Using Windows Defender to remove unwanted software
When any unwanted software is detected, Windows Defender will show a "Remove All" button.
- Click the "Remove All" button to remove the unwanted software from your computer.