Free utility stops browser hijacking

There’s a browser hijacking plague at the moment. All it takes is a visit to a pushy web site or a loaded shareware install and next minute your Internet Explorer homepage has been changed, your default search setting altered or phantom bookmarks added to your favorites. This free monitor will let you know when something’s trying to change your settings and pass control back to you. (394KB) http://www.wilderssecurity.com/bhblaster.html

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