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Trojan:HTML/Redirector.AW

Posted: December 5, 2012

Threat Metric

Ranking: 19,294
Threat Level: 9/10
Infected PCs: 82
First Seen: December 5, 2012
Last Seen: January 10, 2025
OS(es) Affected: Windows

Trojan:HTML/Redirector.AW is a Trojan that spreads as a malicious HTML file through hacked websites. The file is downloaded into the affected computer by another security infection and is set as the home page of the hijacked web browser. Trojan:HTML/Redirector.AW attempts to redirect the affected PC user's web browser to suspicious and infectious websites that contain malware threats or rogue software. Trojan:HTML/Redirector.AW also strives to make money from unwanted redirects by distributing a website that is made of ads using the pay-per-click technique. Sometimes, Trojan:HTML/Redirector.AW may also propagates through spam email, social networking websites, bogus multi-media portals, and peer-to-peer connections. Once installed on the compromised PC, Trojan:HTML/Redirector.AW checks for the installed web browser and strives to change the default home page address so that it is loaded with the malicious website. Trojan:HTML/Redirector.AW controls web browsing habits of the affected PC user and displays relevant online ads. By using this pay-per-click (PPC) technique, attackers will earn money when the victim clicks on any of the links given.

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