Something seems off with your device, and you have a suspicion why: you might be infected with a computer virus. But don’t panic. Before taking any rushed actions, it’s important to understand what you’re dealing with. The world of computer viruses is vast and complex, much like the diverse flora and fauna of our planet.… Continue reading 11 Signs If Your Computer Has A Virus
Tag: Trojan
How to remove Trojan:Script/Wacatac.B!ml
Trojan Wacatac is an umbrella detection for a wide range of malicious software, that shares functionality and code. In particular, the Wacatac name points to malware with dropper capabilities that are used to deliver ransomware. Trojan Wacatac Detection Trojan:Script/Wacatac.B!ml and Trojan:Win32/Wacatac.B!ml detection is one of the numerous detection names that Microsoft assigns to minor malware… Continue reading How to remove Trojan:Script/Wacatac.B!ml
Trojan:Script/Sabsik.fl.A!ml Analysis & Removal Guide
Trojan:Script/Sabsik.fl.A!ml is a generic detection name used by Microsoft Defender. This name is particularly used to denote stealer malware that also possesses dropper capabilities. It can perform various activities of the attacker’s choice on the victim’s computer, such as spying, data theft, remote control, and installation of other viruses. In this article, we will tell… Continue reading Trojan:Script/Sabsik.fl.A!ml Analysis & Removal Guide
Trojan:Script/Ulthar.A!ml
Trojan:Script/Ulthar.A!ml is a detection of Windows Defender that identifies as a trojan. It specifically refers to a script-based malicious program. However, it can often turn out to be a false positive, and antivirus programs label harmless files as malicious. Let’s understand what this detection is and why it can be false. What is Trojan:Script/Ulthar.A!ml? Trojan:Script/Ulthar.A!ml… Continue reading Trojan:Script/Ulthar.A!ml
Trojan:Script/Phonzy.B!ml
Trojan:Script/Phonzy.B!ml is a generic detection name used by Microsoft Defender. This type of malware is categorized as a loader as it mainly aims at delivering malicious payloads onto infected systems. Throughout hundreds of infection cases, Phonzy trojan was noticed to often deliver banking trojans. Trojan:Script/Phonzy.B!ml Overview Trojan:Script/Phonzy.B!ml is a generic detection name that Windows Defender… Continue reading Trojan:Script/Phonzy.B!ml
Xamalicious Trojan Hits Over 327K Android Devices
A new Android backdoor, dubbed Xamalicious, was discovered by the researchers at the edge of 2023. This malware exhibits potent capabilities to perform malicious actions on infected devices. Malware reportedly exploits Android’s accessibility permissions to gain access to various sources of user data. What is Xamalicious Malware? As I’ve said in the introduction, Xamalicious is… Continue reading Xamalicious Trojan Hits Over 327K Android Devices
Trojan HotRat Is Distributed through Pirated Versions of Software and Games
Avast experts have warned that a new variant of AsyncRAT malware, called HotRat, is distributed through pirated versions of popular programs and utilities. This includes games, Microsoft Office, and audio and image editing software. That is not the only malware activated via an unusual spreading channel. We recently covered the IcedID and Gozi trojans spreading… Continue reading Trojan HotRat Is Distributed through Pirated Versions of Software and Games
Gozi and IcedID Trojans Spread via Malvertising
Malvertising on Google Search is an unpleasant occurrence where malicious ads appear in search engine results. These ads are meant to help users find relevant information. But unfortunately, some cybercriminals use paid advertisements to entice users to visit harmful websites and deceive them into downloading malicious software. How does malvertising work? Malvertising is an attack… Continue reading Gozi and IcedID Trojans Spread via Malvertising
Wise Remote Trojan: Infostealer, RAT, DDoS Bot, and Ransomware
Wise Remote Stealer is a potent and malicious software that operates as an infostealer, Remote Access Trojan (RAT), DDoS bot, and ransomware. It has gained notoriety within the cybersecurity community due to its extensive range of capabilities and the threat it poses to individuals and organizations. Unveiling the Wise Remote Stealer Revelations from cybersecurity experts… Continue reading Wise Remote Trojan: Infostealer, RAT, DDoS Bot, and Ransomware
Super Mario Malware: Hackers Spread Stealers in the Fake Game
The Super Mario video game franchise has gained immense acclaim due to its platforming gameplay, lively visuals, memorable characters. Recently, the franchise has experienced a renewed surge in popularity with the release of new games and animated movies. The franchise has consistently evolved by introducing innovative game mechanics, power-ups, and levels across titles and gaming… Continue reading Super Mario Malware: Hackers Spread Stealers in the Fake Game