Malware.Generic

Posted: February 23, 2012 | Category: Malware | Threat Level: 10/10
Malware.Generic is a malware threat, which enters the targeted computer system secretly via social networks, freeware, shareware, malicious websites, spam messages and other. Malware.Generic can lead to serious harm by compromising your PC system and stealing personal and financial information from its victim. If your computer has been infected with Malware.Generic, it will display disturbing advertisements or pop-up warning messages. Malware.Generic can also install additional malicious software or system files. Malware.Generic contains a great number of various malware infections that...

Veoh toolbar

Posted: February 23, 2012 | Category: Bad Toolbars | Threat Level: 1/10
Veoh toolbar is found to be annoying by computer users, although Veoh toolbar and the player it introduces, is quite legitimate. The trick related to the Veoh toolbar is that, although a PC user finds the Veoh toolbar annoying and uninstalls the player, removal of Veoh toolbar is not complete, or there's no player at all to uninstall, and a PC user doesn't know how to delete the unwanted extension from the web browser. Veoh toolbar could interfere with Google and other search engines, and try to be the favorite tool for the affected computer user's web browser. Requests to Google could...

Mal/ExpJS-AA

Posted: February 22, 2012 | Category: Malware | Threat Level: 6/10
Mal/ExpJS-AA is a malicious file that's crafted explicitly to take advantage of JavaScript exploits while Mal/ExpJS-AA attacks your PC. Although Mal/ExpJS-AA can be installed from most sources that distribute PC threats, SpywareRemove.com malware researchers note that Mal/ExpJS-AA's most visible attacks have involved spam e-mail links. These links use redirect-based exploits to force you to download other PC threats, such as Mal/ExpJS-AA, which can create serious security vulnerabilities for your computer. Being careful around unusual file attachments or links from strange e-mail...

Backdoor.Breut

Posted: February 22, 2012 | Category: Backdoors | Threat Level: 6/10
Backdoor.Breut is a malicious backdoor Trojan that connects to the specific location in order to open a back door on the infected computer. Backdoor.Breut then records keystrokes and may download more infected files on to the corrupted PC. Once Backdoor.Breut is executed, it creates malicious system files. Backdoor.Breut also creates the certain mutex so that only one instance of the infection executes on the computer. Backdoor.Breut then enables remote attackers to grab webcam activity, change the hosts file, disable the notification setting for certain anti-virus software and download...

Mal/Iframe-W

Posted: February 22, 2012 | Category: Malware | Threat Level: 6/10
Mal/IFrame-W is a dangerous piece of malware that is being associated with a spam-type assault that claims to distribute a changelog, but these claims could not be farther from the truth. Mal/IFrame-W's Nasty Linked Spam Campaign This pest is being distributed over the net through maliciously spam-infected email attachments. The emails that contain Mal/IFrame-W make the claim that they bare a changelog, but, in reality, they carry and distribute this malware-laced security threat. The file attached in these spam-type emails appears to be a .HTM type file and the email requests to...

Infostealer.Offsupload

Posted: February 22, 2012 | Category: Trojans | Threat Level: 9/10
Infostealer.Offsupload is a dangerous Trojan that may steal information from the infected computer. Once Infostealer.Offsupload is executed, it creates the certain registry entry and tries to collect information from Firefox, Thunderbird, and Opera profiles. Infostealer.Offsupload also scans the PC system for Word and Excel files. Infostealer.Offsupload then puts the collected information into the certain file. Infostealer.Offsupload then uploads the file to a legitimate file sharing service and transmits the URL for the location of this file to the particular URL. Uninstall...

Sweetime.com

Posted: February 22, 2012 | Category: Browser Hijackers | Threat Level: 5/10
Screenshot Although Sweetime.com may appear to be a simple and unassuming search engine, Sweetime.com's is linked to browser hijackers that force your browser to use Sweetime.com instead of other search sites. Although conclusive data on Sweetime.com's search features isn't yet available, Sweetime.com has been reported for suspicious activities that may be exploited to override your computer's security. Along with being a clone of similar sites that are also promoted by browser redirects, Sweetime.com can be considered a very risky website to interact with, and deletion of Sweetime.com-related...

Envoyne.info

Posted: February 22, 2012 | Category: Browser Hijackers | Threat Level: 5/10
Screenshot Envoyne.info is a poorly-known search engine site that's promoted by PC threats using browser redirect attacks to Envoyne.info and similar sites. Envoyne.info-affiliated browser hijackers have also been noted for promoting fraudulent websites that distribute malicious software, and because of this and that Envoyne.info all but identical to similar sites, SpywareRemove.com malware experts recommend that you treat search results and links from Envoyne.info with extreme caution. If your web browser begins to redirect itself to Envoyne.info or related websites, your PC may be only a hair's...

W3i.IQ5. fraud

Posted: February 22, 2012 | Category: Viruses | Threat Level: 8/10
W3i.IQ5. fraud is a malicious virus, which can damage keyboard drivers. W3i.IQ5. fraud can also mess up connection between the hardware and the PC system. W3i.IQ5. fraud is difficult to uninstall from the compromised PC. Get rid of W3i.IQ5. fraud as early as possible by using an effective anti-malware tool.

File Integrity Checker

Posted: February 21, 2012 | Category: Rogue Defragmenter Programs | Threat Level: 10/10
File Integrity Checker is a fake file scanner and defragger that uses inaccurate system information in conjunction with other attacks to convince you that your PC is nearing the brink of a total meltdown. As a clone of other rogue defragmenters from family, though, File Integrity Checker doesn't have any form of legitimate file analysis or defragging features, and any information that File Integrity Checker provides you should be disregarded. Since File Integrity Checker will also make security-damaging changes to Internet Explorer's settings and attempt to block many or even all other...

Bloodhound.Exploit.451

Posted: February 21, 2012 | Category: Trojans | Threat Level: 9/10
Bloodhound.Exploit.451 is a Trojan that serves as a heuristic detection for malicious files that spread by exploiting the Microsoft Windows 'Msvcrt.dll' Remote Buffer Overflow Vulnerability (BID 51913). Typically Bloodhound.Exploit.451 is downloaded by visiting websites that host infected advertisements and attempt to download additional malware threats onto your PC system. Bloodhound.Exploit.451 can slow down your computer's speed and decrease its performance. Get rid of Bloodhound.Exploit.451 as early as possible.

Trojan.FakeAV!gen83

Posted: February 21, 2012 | Category: Trojans | Threat Level: 9/10
Trojan.FakeAV!gen83 is a malicious Trojan which is related to rogue security programs. Trojan.FakeAV!gen83 tries to fool victims into buying fake anti-spyware and anti-virus applications for removal of imaginary PC threats. Trojan.FakeAV!gen83 shows disturbing pop-up alerts, warning messages and scanners. Trojan.FakeAV!gen83 may have the ability to monitor the PC user's online activities to obtain valuable login details. Trojan.FakeAV!gen83 is a dangerous threat and should be terminated immediately.

Trojan.Shylock!gen1

Posted: February 21, 2012 | Category: Trojans | Threat Level: 9/10
Trojan.Shylock!gen1 is a dangerous Trojan infection that seizes network traffic and tries to add malicious code to it, depending on the configuration data it receives. Once Trojan.Shylock!gen1 is installed on a targeted machine, it copies itself to a random folder using a random name. Trojan.Shylock!gen1 then collects PC system data from the computer and saves it in a certain registry entry so that it could start each time when you turn on your computer. Trojan.Shylock!gen1 then uploads computer system information about the affected host and downloads configuration data from one of...

Worm.Banealapay.A

Posted: February 21, 2012 | Category: Worms | Threat Level: 5/10
Worm.Banealapay.A is a worm, which can enter the compromised PC secretly and cause serious threat to the computer user's identity and the whole systems functionality. Worm.Banealapay.A can access the targeted PC without a victim's permission and knowledge, with the help of security backdoors such Trojans, bundled downloads, malicious software, black hat SEO scams, or spam email attachments. Worm.Banealapay.A makes system changes on the infected computer system by downloading malicious files. Worm.Banealapay.A can remove administrative privileges, slow down PC performance, or block...

Ninjaa.info

Posted: February 20, 2012 | Category: Browser Hijackers | Threat Level: 5/10
Ninjaa.info is a redirect virus or also known as a Google redirect hijacker. Ninjaa.info may present itself as a site that is designed to search the internet and provide relevant results to search keywords. After further examination of Ninjaa.info, it is found that it this hijacker will block internet access to certain sites and render the system almost useless for surfing the web. Ninjaa.info is not a site that should be used for searching the internet. Ninjaa.info is similar to the Google redirect hijacker . When encountering Ninjaa.info through a web browser redirect, it may be...

Adware.Downloadware

Posted: February 20, 2012 | Category: Adware | Threat Level: 2/10
Adware.Downloadware is a malicious adware program that may be installed in a stealthy manor. Adware.Downloadware could come from bundled software or even a video codec. Once installed, Adware.Downloadware is apt to render misleading pop-up adverts. Adware.Downloadware is known to lead to other malware downloads that may sneak onto a system where they may be loaded into memory causing many issues. Successful removal of may be accomplished using an updated spyware scan app.

Worm.Virauto.A

Posted: February 20, 2012 | Category: Worms | Threat Level: 5/10
Worm.Virauto.A is a worm that may seem to be a harmless application but, in truth, it can harm the compromised PC. Worm.Virauto.A circulates on its own, replicating itself directly into the system drives. Worm.Virauto.A can also insert a copy of itself onto the computer system in an archived ZIP file. Worm.Virauto.A contains backdoor functionalities, which allow it to connect to the Internet and download other potentially malicious files. Worm.Virauto.A also hacks into the Hosts file and edits it in a way that the computer system does not download anti-virus updates anymore....

Trojan.Win32.Jpgiframe

Posted: February 17, 2012 | Category: Trojans | Threat Level: 9/10
Trojan.Win32.Jpgiframe is a malicious Trojan and detection for JPG and GIF image files that encompass IFrames in HTML websites that execute an arbitrary code. Trojan.Win32.Jpgiframe can redirect affected PC users to web pages that involve malicious content. Trojan:Win32/Ramnit.C can be installed without a computer user's permission and knowledge. Trojan.Win32.Jpgiframe is installed through security exploits, and can compromise PC system security. To protect your computer from damage, remove Trojan.Win32.Jpgiframe as early as possible.

Trojan.Win32.Ramnit.C

Posted: February 17, 2012 | Category: Trojans | Threat Level: 9/10
Trojan.Win32.Ramnit.C is a malicious .dll file that's installed by other Ramnit-related PC threats and used to launch, in turn, still other components of a Ramnit-based infection. Although Trojan.Win32.Ramnit.C's functions are limited to this specific niche, dangers from related PC threats can include worm-style propagation via removable drives, theft of personal information or the creation of a backdoor that allows criminals to access your computer. Since Trojan.Win32.Ramnit.C is always accompanied by other types of malicious software, SpywareRemove.com malware experts recommend that...

Yontoo Adware

Posted: February 17, 2012 | Category: Adware
Yontoo Adware is a browser add-on for multiple types of web browsers (including Internet Explorer and Chrome) that adds a self-described 'virtual graphic layer' on top of normal web pages. In most cases, this is used to enable certain types of content for the Facebook website, but in some scenarios, Yontoo Adware may deliver irrelevant content such as advertisements that interfere with web-browsing due to their sheer numbers. Although malware researchers haven't noted any characteristics that would indicate that Yontoo Adware is a serious security threat to your PC, you may wish to be...
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