W32.Xpiro.D

Posted: August 2, 2013

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Threat Level:	2/10
Infected PCs:	75

First Seen:	August 2, 2013
OS(es) Affected:	Windows

W32.Xpiro.D is a virus and backdoor Trojan that infects a broad range of files on your PC while also attacking the system's security and stealing confidential information (such as FTP client credentials). As an updated version of previous variants of the Xpiro virus, W32.Xpiro.D also may include new defenses that make it difficult for non-updated security tools to detect W32.Xpiro.D, and SpywareRemove.com malware researchers recommend keeping all anti-malware programs updated to enhance your ability to find and remove W32.Xpiro.D. Since W32.Xpiro.D's attacks are highly invasive and broadly affect multiple types of programs, including your browser, you always should strive to find and delete W32.Xpiro.D as quickly as possible.

W32.Xpiro.D: the Update to a Virus with More Attacks to Juggle Than You'd Think

Although most viruses are relatively limited programs with highly specialized functions, W32.Xpiro.D functions more as a form of backdoor Trojan that also happens to include virus propagation features to keep itself from being deleted. W32.Xpiro.D infects EXE and LNK files automatically, but also makes system changes to ensure that only one copy of itself is activate at any given time. SpywareRemove.com malware experts also warn that W32.Xpiro.D's file-infection feature can allow W32.Xpiro.D to infect computers through removable devices or through network-accessible hard drives.

While W32.Xpiro.D infects your computer, W32.Xpiro.D conducts attacks that are, for the most part, clandestine in nature. SpywareRemove.com malware researchers have nominated some of the most important of these functions for mentions:

W32.Xpiro.D includes full backdoor capabilities, which can allow criminals to control your computer remotely or to install other malware.
W32.Xpiro.D uses a combination of malicious browser plugins (which are hidden) and other spyware-related attacks to steal personal information. Data targeted includes FileZilla account credentials, credentials for Microsoft's Pstore or Protected Storage feature, website account logins and any certificate information.
The browser component of W32.Xpiro.D also is used to hijack and redirect your browser. Currently, W32.Xpiro.D appears to use this attack to block the victim's access to safe websites, including websites that are responsible for updating your browser.

Cutting W32.Xpiro.D's Offense Options Down to Nil

The almost bewildering array of attacks included in W32.Xpiro.D as default options is an excellent example of the multi-purpose design structures favored by many types of modern malware. Although W32.Xpiro.D's major attacks are related to theft of information, W32.Xpiro.D's backdoor can allow W32.Xpiro.D to conduct a variety of other attacks, and its defenses against any kind of casual detection or removal are reasonably advanced – especially for a virus.

To delete W32.Xpiro.D without harming any files infected by W32.Xpiro.D, SpywareRemove.com malware experts always encourage using anti-malware products that are updated to protect your PC against even recently-identified variants of malware like the Xpiro virus. W32.Xpiro.D does make an effort to conceal its various attacks and should not be considered typically identifiable on sight without the assistance of appropriate security programs.

W32.Xpiro.D

Threat Metric

W32.Xpiro.D: the Update to a Virus with More Attacks to Juggle Than You'd Think

Cutting W32.Xpiro.D's Offense Options Down to Nil

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