AOL.Toolbar

CategoryWeb Browser Toolbar(toolbar)
Last Updated DateJan 13, 2010
ImpactUnexpected network communication
DescriptionThis indicates a connection attempt using the AOL toolbar.

The AOL Toolbar is produced by AOL for IE and Firefox.
RiskLow
PopularityHigh
Characteristic
Loss of productivity?   Have disclosed vulnerability?   Can bypass firewall policy?   Contain built-in function for other purposes?   Can communicate in clear text or via proxy?   Can support file transfer?   Can be misused?   Can tunnel other apps?   
VendorAOL
Affected ApplicationsAOL toolbar
Recommended ActionsThe signature can be set to "BLOCK" if this type of traffic is against the network policy.
Reference/shttp://toolbar.aol.com/