Win32/Mytonel.B

Posted: July 14, 2015

Threat Metric

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Threat Level:	8/10
Infected PCs:	1

First Seen:	July 14, 2015
OS(es) Affected:	Windows

Win32/Mytonel.B is dangerous malware, which can lead to a range of severe problems with your PC. The exact effects of Win32/Mytonel.B are unpredictable because this cyber threat doesn't damage your system by itself. Instead, it allows cyber criminals to install additional harmful tools of their choice. This behavior is the reason the security experts classify Win32/Mytonel.B as a Trojan dropper. The threat may load itself if you run malicious e-mail attachments or download any compromised software – including fake Java or Adobe updates. Once it has breached your security, Win32/Mytonel.B modifies the Windows registries. The malware creates a registry key that adds it to the list of programs, which are started automatically with the boot of the OS. To evade detection, the Trojan dropper inserts its malicious codes into some of the running processes. In addition, Win32/Mytonel.B tries to block other applications, which can reveal its presence. The dangerous tool connects your PC to some Command and Control (C&C) servers, which are managed by the cyber criminals behind this attack. Through this link, the culprits can freely load additional malicious programs. The potential damage of the newly downloaded threats may be severe as they may try to steal valuable information. If you suspect that you may have given access to Win32/Mytonel.B, you should immediately perform an in-depth scan with an advanced anti-spyware application.

Win32/Mytonel.B

Threat Metric

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