#adware.downware

The program adware.downware is a component of custom installers for software bundles that exhibit both spyware and adware functionalities. It installs without seeking consent because it is a pre-checked option in the installation package for the software bundle. Once installed, it communicates with a remote server and tracks the browsing activities in order to serve advertising content that matches search queries. It puts the system at risk from malware introduction due to the redirection of the Web browser to suspicious sites that are known to host malware.