ClickZ reports that the Clickbot.A virus that infected 34,000 machines (last report more than 50,000 PCs) and auto clicked on an unknown amount of PPC ads, has been shut down. Panda Software and RSA Security worked together to dismantle the virus. Read the full details over at Panda Software.
Clickbot.A Click Fraud Network Dismantled
Want SEW higher in your Google results?Add as a preferred source
More in PPC
View moreMastering the PPC Challenge: A Beginner’s Guide [#CZLSF]
A recap of the "Mastering the PPC Challenge" session, presented by Diane Pease and John Gagnon at this year's ClickZ Live San Francisco conference.
PPC Bid Management: Are You Managing Bids Efficiently?
Every PPC manager should be aware of the range of features and methods for managing bids efficiently and effectively. Here is a basic breakdown of the different ways you can manage your bids and the pros and cons of each.
Ford Retains Confidence in Facebook Ads as GM Quits
Automaker tells ClickZ it will continue advertising on the social site. While General Motors may halt Facebook advertising, according to a Wall Street Journal story today, Ford has a different attitude toward paid promotions on the social site.