Monitoring-Tool

Classification

Category :

Riskware

Type :

Monitoring-Tool

Aliases :

Monitor, monitoring-tool, not-a-virus:Monitor, Monitoring-Tool:w32/, Monitor.win32

Summary

A program that monitors and records all actions on a computer, including keystrokes entered.

Removal

Based on the settings of your F-Secure security product, it may allow the file to run, block it from running, move it to the quarantine where it cannot spread or cause harm, or ask you to select an action.

If you are aware of the risks involved in using the file and consent to its use, you may change the settings of your F-Secure security product to allow the file to run. You may also change the settings to exclude it from scanning.

Note: You need administrative rights to change the settings.

A False Positive is when a file is incorrectly detected as harmful, usually because its code or behavior resembles known harmful programs. A False Positive will usually be fixed in a subsequent database update without any action needed on your part. If you wish, you may also:

  • Check for the latest database updates

    First check if your F-Secure security program is using the latest updates, then try scanning the file again.

  • Submit a sample

    After checking, if you still believe the file is incorrectly detected, you can submit a sample of it for re-analysis.

    Note: If the file was moved to quarantine, you need to collect the file from quarantine before you can submit it.

  • Exclude a file from further scanning

    If you are certain that the file is safe and want to continue using it, you can exclude it from further scanning by the F-Secure security product.

    Note: You need administrative rights to change the settings.

Technical Details

Monitoring-tools are programs that allow a user to monitor the activities taking place on a computer system where the software is installed. Monitoring may either be done in real time, or the data may be logged in a file for later retrieval.

The legality of using a monitoring-tool can vary widely depending on the laws of the country and specific details of how it is used. For example, use of a monitoring-tool in the workplace may be considered legal depending on the national legislation and workplace guidelines applicable to that business environment.

In a malicious context, monitoring-tools may be installed onto a device by trojans and spyware.