Windows Debugging Center

Posted: July 4, 2011

Threat Metric

The Threat Meter is a malware assessment that SpywareRemove.com's research team is able to give every identifiable malware threat. Our Threat Meter includes several criteria based off of specific malware threats to value their severity, reach and volume. The Threat Meter is able to give you a numerical breakdown of each threat's initial Threat Level, Detection Count, Volume Count, Trend Path and Percentage Impact. The overall ranking of each threat in the Threat Meter is a basic breakdown of how all threats are ranked within our own extensive malware database. The scoring for each specific malware threat can be easily compared to other emerging threats to draw a contrast in its particular severity. The Threat Meter is a useful tool in the endeavor of seeking a solution to remove a threat or pursue additional analytical research for all types of computer users.

The following fields listed on the Threat Meter containing a specific value, are explained in detail below:

Threat Level: The threat level scale goes from 1 to 10 where 10 is the highest level of severity and 1 is the lowest level of severity. Each specific level is relative to the threat's consistent assessed behaviors collected from SpyHunter's risk assessment model.

Detection Count: The collective number of confirmed and suspected cases of a particular malware threat. The detection count is calculated from infected PCs retrieved from diagnostic and scan log reports generated by SpyHunter.

Volume Count: Similar to the detection count, the Volume Count is specifically based on the number of confirmed and suspected threats infecting systems on a daily basis. High volume counts usually represent a popular threat but may or may not have infected a large number of systems. High detection count threats could lay dormant and have a low volume count. Criteria for Volume Count is relative to a daily detection count.

Trend Path: The Trend Path, utilizing an up arrow, down arrow or equal symbol, represents the level of recent movement of a particular threat. Up arrows represent an increase, down arrows represent a decline and the equal symbol represent no change to a threat's recent movement.

% Impact (Last 7 Days): This demonstrates a 7-day period change in the frequency of a malware threat infecting PCs. The percentage impact correlates directly to the current Trend Path to determine a rise or decline in the percentage.

Threat Level:	10/10
Infected PCs:	35

First Seen:	July 4, 2011
Last Seen:	January 8, 2020
OS(es) Affected:	Windows

Windows Debugging Center is a fake security program (also known as a rogue security program) that fakes a state of emergency on your computer and then, asks for money to fix all announced problems. However, Windows Debugging Center creates fake alerts with inaccurate information, instead of alerts that are genuine analyses of your PC and has no power to remove Trojans or other malicious programs from your computer. Failing to remove Windows Debugging Center expediently may result in various programs being blocked or in your web browser being hijacked. To delete Windows Debugging Center before serious damage occurs, use an updated and high-quality anti-virus program.

The Facsimiles of Alerts That Windows Debugging Center Uses to Blind You

As with any 'good' rogue security program, Windows Debugging Center doesn't waste time on having real security functions, but has an appearance that makes it look as though Windows Debugging Center has broad and sophisticated capabilities. Windows Debugging Center will even offer to monitor and create percentile grades for different parts of your computer, but the catch is that Windows Debugging Center gives you a 'failing' grade every time.

Both Windows Debugging Center and Trojans which are known for delivering scamware in the same family, can create a range of fake errors that mislead you about your PC health. Some of the popular messages are:

System Security Warning
Attempt to modify register key entries is detected. Register entries analysis is recommended.

Warning! Database update failed!
Database update failed!
Outdated viruses databases are not effective and can`t [sic] guarantee adequate protection and security for your PC!
Click here to get the full version of the product and update the database!

System component corrupted!
System reboot error has occurred due to lsass.exe system process failure.
This may be caused by severe malware infections.
Automatic restore of lsass.exe backup copy completed.
The correct system performance can not be resumed without eliminating the cause of lsass.exe corruption.

Warning! Running trial version!
The security of your computer has been compromised!
Now running trial version of the software!
Click here to purchase the full version of the software and get full protection for your PC!

Warning!
Location: [application file path]
Viruses: Backdoor.Win32.Rbot

Warning!
Name: [Application file name]
Name: [Application file path]
Application that seems to be a key-logger is detected. System information security is at risk. It is recommended to enable the security mode and run total System scanning.

Threat prevention solution found
Security system analysis has revealed critical file system vulnerability caused by severe malware attacks.
Risk of system files infection:
The detected vulnerability may result in unauthorized access to private information and hard drive data with a seriuos [sic] possibility of irreversible data loss and unstable PC performance. To remove the malware please run a full system scan. Press 'OK' to install the software necessary to initiate system files check. To complete the installation process please reboot your computer.

Microsoft Security Essentials Alert
Potential Threat Details
Microsoft Security Essentials detected potential threats that might compromise your private or damage your computer. Your access to these items may be suspended until you take an action. Click 'show details' to learn more.

Following any suggestions that these pop-ups give, you will cause harm to your PC. In fact, you don't even need to pay attention to the specific infections and other problems that Windows Debugging Center and related Trojans warn you about, since this rogue application and its kin can't find even a single real threat on your PC.

The Dangers That Windows Debugging Center Uses Once It Has You Fooled

Far from willing to stop at just selling you fake anti-virus functions, Windows Debugging Center will also cause real problems for your computer, all to shove you in the direction of purchasing Windows Debugging Center. Buying Windows Debugging Center is never advisable and if you've made this mistake, have your credit card canceled, to avoid any other fraudulent charges.

Although Windows Debugging Center will likely allow your web browser to function, you may be subject to browser hijacks that negatively impact your ability to visit websites. Windows Debugging Center may change your homepage or search results, create pop-ups and fake website errors or just redirect you to Windows Debugging Center's website with no pretenses.
Windows Debugging Center isn't guaranteed to be so kind to your other applications. Any utility that could be used to detect or remove Windows Debugging Center, including security scanners, Windows Task Manager, Registry Editor and various other basic software may be blacklisted by Windows Debugging Center. Although this doesn't harm the program, you may be unable to run it until you've stopped Windows Debugging Center from launching itself.

Windows Debugging Center will alter the Registry for Windows Debugging Center's own automatic startup and to enable other malicious functions. You can circumvent some of these attacks by using Safe Mode, which is the recommended environment for deleting Windows Debugging Center. Using an anti-virus program to delete Windows Debugging Center is also encouraged, since Windows Debugging Center may be accompanied by Fake Microsoft Security Essentials Alert and other attackers.

File System Modifications

The following files were created in the system:

# File Name

1 %AppData%\Microsoft\[RANDOM CHARACTERS].exe

2 nktflo.exe

#	File Name
1	%AppData%\Microsoft\[RANDOM CHARACTERS].exe
2	nktflo.exe

Registry Modifications

The following newly produced Registry Values are:
HKEY..\..\..\..{Subkeys}HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\avastsvc.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\avastui.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\egui.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\ekrn.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\msascui.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\msmpeng.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'

Technical Details

File System Modifications

Tutorials: If you wish to learn how to remove malware components manually, you can read the tutorials on how to find malware, kill unwanted processes, remove malicious DLLs and delete other harmful files. Always be sure to back up your PC before making any changes.

The following files were created in the system:

%AppData%\Microsoft\nktflo.exe

File name: nktflo.exe
Size: 1.68 MB (1684480 bytes)
MD5: 49cd728d41dfabfbd26ec652743b6e6e
Detection count: 36
File type: Executable File
Mime Type: unknown/exe
Path: %AppData%\Microsoft
Group: Malware file
Last Updated: January 8, 2020

Windows Debugging Center

Threat Metric

The Facsimiles of Alerts That Windows Debugging Center Uses to Blind You

The Dangers That Windows Debugging Center Uses Once It Has You Fooled

File System Modifications

Registry Modifications

Technical Details

File System Modifications

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