Is this an Internet Bug/Virus/Malware that bypasses Safari's popup blocker?

I did a google search to find out if a specific product was manufactured in America with American parts (no luck) when I was immediately redirected to a site emulating some kind of Windows Virus scanning software. I clicked cancel to not allow anything and a popup came up continuing a simulated scan and asking me to download the product. Seemingly it did not distinguish my computer as a Mac. Why did popup blocker not stop this. Please beef up popup blocker.
The strange thing is that after opening MySpace (which was already logged in) the second page I opened then logged me out. I was unable to login again knowing my password was correct. I went to YahooMail and was also unable to login. At that point I did the only thing that I know should work... I cleared all unknown cookies as well as MySpace and Yahoo and cleared the cache for good measure. I restarted Safari and was then able to login to both sites.
Everything seems fine now. However, if someone often restores their computer and/or is crazy enough I would like to see if this effects Safari the same way on someone else's computer. Be forewarned: though likely, the password "blocking" cookie thing may not be the only part of the computer affected. I will post this to Apple Feedback and hopefully they will beef up Safari's popup blocker.
Here's the search result and URL
Waterfurnace
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www.aututoring.com/images/t/waterfurnace.html - 8k

Sounds like it might be a Trojan.
SecureMac has introduced a free Trojan Detection Tool for Mac OS X. It's available here:
http://macscan.securemac.com/
The DNSChanger Removal Tool detects and removes spyware targeting Mac OS X. Called DNSChanger Trojan and also known as OSX.RSPlug.A Trojan Horse, the software attacks users attempting to play a fake video file.
Upon attempting to play the video, the victim receives the following message:
“Quicktime Player is unable to play movie file. Please click here to download new version of codec.”
Upon running the installer, the user's DNS records are modified, redirecting incoming internet traffic through the attacker's servers, where it can be hijacked and injected with malicious websites and pornographic advertisements. The trojan also installs a watchdog process that ensures the victim's DNS records stay modified on a minute-by-minute basis.
SecureMac's DNSChanger Removal Tool allows users to check to see if the trojan has been installed on their computer; if it has, the software helps to identify and remove the offending file. After a system reboot, the users' DNS records will be repaired.
There may be other ways of guarding against Trojans, viruses and general malware affecting the Mac. A white paper has recently been published on the subject by SubRosaSoft, available here:
http://www.macforensicslab.com/ProductsAndServices/index.php?mainpage=document_general_info&cPath=11&productsid=174
Also, beware of MacSweeper:
MacSweeper is malware that misleads users by exaggerating reports about spyware, adware or viruses on their computer. It is the first known "rogue" application for the Mac OS X operating system. The software was discovered by F-Secure, a Finland based computer security software company on January 17, 2008
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MacSweeper
On June 23, 2008 this news reached Mac users:
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/06/23/mac_trojan/
More information on Mac security can be fund here:
http://macscan.securemac.com/
More on Trojans on the Mac here:
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/63574.html?welcome=1214487119
The latest news on the subject, from July 25, 2008, is:
Attack code that exploits flaws in the net's addressing system are starting to circulate online, say security experts.
The code could be a boon to phishing gangs who redirect web users to fake bank sites and steal login details.
In light of the news net firms are being urged to apply a fix for the loop-hole before attacks by hi-tech criminals become widespread.
Net security groups say there is anecdotal evidence that small scale attacks are already happening.
Further details here: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/7525206.stm
You should also read what a major contributor called tacit has to say here:
http://tacit.livejournal.com/238112.html

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