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Win32:Sirefef-AOO

Posted: November 26, 2012

Threat Metric

Threat Level: 9/10
Infected PCs: 99
First Seen: November 26, 2012
Last Seen: June 12, 2022
OS(es) Affected: Windows

Win32:Sirefef-AOO is a rootkit Trojan infection, which is difficult to detect and remove from the affected computer system by many security programs. Win32:Sirefef-AOO disables firewall on the affected computer. Win32:Sirefef-AOO enters the compromised PC through security holes generated by its allies. Win32:Sirefef-AOO detects harmless files as malicious. These harmless modified file copies are used to conceal Win32:Sirefef-AOO. Payload of Win32:Sirefef-AOO involves, but is not limited to, changing web browser settings on the targeted computer, so that it would visit doubtful websites. The aim is achieved by redirecting search queries in Google and other renowned search engines to websites designed and promoted by scammers who distribute and install Win32:Sirefef-AOO.

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