Adware, auto-dialers, and other

Detection of adware and apps that can be used by criminals for damaging your device or personal data.

The following apps belong to this type of software:

  • Auto-dialers
  • Apps that support outgoing pay-for SMS messages
  • Apps for remote administration of the device
  • Apps for monitoring user activity on the device (for example, apps that request access to your personal data, send text messages, or determine your location)

If the check box is selected, Kaspersky Internet Security detects apps belonging to these categories and prompts you for action to take on them. If the check box is cleared, Kaspersky Internet Security skips apps belonging to these categories.