The Malicious Software Removal Tool (MSRT) from Microsoft is a product that is definitely worth having in your arsenal against malware and spyware.
Microsoft have been improving this product over the years and it’s now a pretty decent malware removal tool. It is compatible with Windows VIsta, Windows XP, Windows 2000 and Server 2003. It can [...]
Malicious Software Removal Tool
Trojan.Hexzone
This is a new trojan affecting all versions of Microsoft Windows. This trojan is relatively low risk, but as with any trojan, once installed they can cause further problems.
On infected computers, the trojan copies itself to the file:
%System%\qlplib.dll
It can also install other more harmful malware.
Scan and remove Trojan.Hexzone
W32.Poskiwing
W32.Poskiwing is yet another worm that is affecting all versions of Microsoft Windows.
This worm is spreading by copying itself to all removable and network drives on an infected system. Once a drive is infected and connected to another system, the worm can then infect that system and drives.
The worm opens a back door and then [...]
Bloodhound Trojans
Recently there have been several variants of Bloodhound trojans discovered, such as Bloodhound.Olexe and Bloodhound.Exploit.
These trojans are affecting all versions of Windows. This is a pretty low risk trojan, but you should scan your PC in case of infection. The trojans can cause malicious damage and may be used to download other malware onto infected computers.
Scan [...]
Spyware.Mod
Spyware.Mod is a spyware application that affects all versions of Windows and secretly records information on the infected computer.
The program can record keystrokes, opened applications, can save log files of data and runs in stealth mode.
Files created:
%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Temp\i.png
%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Temp\kdb
%UserProfile%\Start Menu\Programs\mod\mod.lnk
%UserProfile%\Start Menu\Programs\mod\Uninstall mod.lnk
Run a free scan now and remove Spyware from your PC
XP Protector 2009
A newly discovered spyware to watch out for is XP Protector 2009.
This is a medium level spyware that installs itself and uses scare tactics to get users to register. For example. once installed, you might get prompts saying your PC is infected, with a purchase link to remove the threats.
Affected Files:
forceuninstall.exe
pphc3nsj0e57c.exe
thcansj0e57c.exe
uninstall.exe
xpprotectorinstaller.exe
%common_desktopdirectory%\xp protector 2009.lnk
%common_programs%\xp protector 2009.lnk
%common_programs%\xp [...]
Spyware.XPCMonitor
Spyware.XPCMonitor is a keylogger that can steal and monitor data from your computer.
This affects all versions of Windows including server editions and it will drop the following files:
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\HookPassword.dll
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\ImageData.xpc
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\KeyData.xpc
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\libeay32.dll
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\license_en.txt
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\MediaLog.dll
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\ProfileVerify.dll
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\ssleay32.dll
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\tips.txt
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\TransForm.dll
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\Uninstall.exe
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\WebData.xpc
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\welcome.txt
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\XPCMonitor.exe
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\XPCMonitorConfig.ini
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\XPCMonitorHlp.chm
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\XPCMonitorKeyCfg.ini
%ProgramFiles%\XPCMonitor_206\XPCMonitorUsrCfg.ini
This program can record virtually everything you do from: keystrokes, chats, websites visited and more. It operates without the user knowing.
Scan and remove Spyware.XPCMonitor
Spyware.Cheatmonitor
Spyware.Cheatmonitor is a type of spyware that can view and record information on your computer. This affects all versions of Windows.
The program can record the following on your computer:
- It can record keystrokes
- Take screenshots
This spyware is then able to send the data off to a remote computer so that it can be used maliciously. [...]
Trojan Scan and Trojan Removal
Most of you have heard of the term trojan when it comes to computer viruses, but not many really know what these nasties are.
Trojans are a type of malware that appear to be legitimate, but instead perform some other type of malicious functions. That is how they came to be known as trojans, from the [...]
MP3 Files Can be Dangerous
McAfee has recently reported that a very large number of fake MP3 files have been spreading across P2P networks. The bad news is that one of these MP3 files can very easily infect your PC with dangerous malware or viruses.
The infection is not limited to MP3 files, but can also be present in MPG video [...]
Social Network
| M | T | W | T | F | S | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| « Dec | ||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |||
| 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
| 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 |
| 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 |
| 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | |
Recent Entries
- Lemir VA Spyware
- NetScreenWatch Spyware
- Protect Your PC and Data in 2009
- W32.Downadup.B Worm
- Bifrost.FR Spyware
- W32.Worm.Gen.C
- W32.Waledac Worm
- Downloader AG Trojan
- Gimfan.A Trojan
- CompuSpy Spyware/Keylogger
Recent Comments
- New Security Fo… in New Security For Internet Explorer …
- » MP3 Mal… in File Sharing Malware Attack
- Windows Defende… in Windows Defender - Is it Any Good?
- Jan in PayPal Will Not Ban Safari
- L.A. Man Charge… in L.A. Man Charged Over Spyware
- victor louis in Spear Phishing Attack
- Benjamin Wright… in Supermarket Malware Breach
- New Threats to … in New Threats to Watch Out For
- Mr WordPress in Hello world!
Translators
Categories
- Adware
- General Safety News
- Mac Security
- Malware
- Passwords
- Phishing
- Security
- Spam / Email
- Spyware
- Trojans
- Uncategorized
- Virus's
- Vulnerabilities
- Web Browsers
- Worms
Archives
- January 2009
- December 2008
- November 2008
- October 2008
- September 2008
- August 2008
- July 2008
- June 2008
- May 2008
- April 2008
- March 2008
- February 2008
- January 2008
- December 2007
- November 2007
- October 2007
- September 2007
Pages
Blogroll
- Anti Spyware
- Pop-up Blocking
- Remove Adware
- Remove Malware
- Spyare/Adware Scan - Download
- Toolbar Removal
- Trojan Removal
