Virus:Win32/Expiro is a detection of Microsoft Defender that refers to a malware with backdoor capabilities. It allows attackers to control the compromised system, spy on it, install other malware, manipulate systems, and create botnets. This malware is distributed under the guise of legitimate software. Once the computer is infected, it can spread to other executable… Continue reading Virus:Win32/Expiro
Tag: Malware
Script-Based Malware
Over the last four years, the share of script-based attacks of malware offenses worldwide has grown so drastically that it raised alerts among security specialists and ordinary users. In this post, we shall regard script-based malware, assess its strengths and weaknesses, explain how the attacks happen, and suggest measures to maintain security in your workgroup.… Continue reading Script-Based Malware
Stopabit Virus
Stopabit is an unwanted application that can steal sensitive data. One of its primary functions involves browser hijacking, enabling it to intercept and collect sensitive input data, focusing on capturing passwords. The most visible sign of its activity is the changed browser search engine and start page and numerous advertisements on websites and in system… Continue reading Stopabit Virus
Trojan:Win32/Casdet!rfn
Trojan:Win32/Casdet!rfn is a detection that indicates the possible presence of malware on your system. Users may encounter this detection after using pirated software or opening suspicious email attachments. In certain cases, Casdet may be a false positive detection. Casdet is a severe threat mainly used for reconnaissance and delivering other payloads to the device. It… Continue reading Trojan:Win32/Casdet!rfn
PyPI Malware Spreading Outbreak Exploits Typosquatting
PyPI, an index of Python packages, once again became a place for malware spreading. Threat actors registered hundreds of profiles to deploy packages, with the name set as typosquatting to known and popular packages. This forced the administration to halt new user registration until the issue is resolved. PyPI Malware Spreading Causes Registrations Halt Python… Continue reading PyPI Malware Spreading Outbreak Exploits Typosquatting
VirTool:Win32/DefenderTamperingRestore
VirTool:Win32/DefenderTamperingRestore is the name of the Microsoft Defender detection of a malicious element present in the system. Usually, it marks a thing that can weaken the system security and make the device vulnerable to malware injection. Let’s find out how dangerous this is, and how to deal with it. Threats like VirTool are often the… Continue reading VirTool:Win32/DefenderTamperingRestore
Hellminer.exe Coin Miner
Hellminer.exe is a process you can see in the Task Manager that indicates a malicious software activity. It stands out by the high CPU load it creates, making the system much less responsive. Let’s figure out what this process is, and how to get rid of it.
STRRAT and Vcurms Malware Abuse GitHub for Spreading
A new phishing campaign has recently been discovered that uses GitHub to deliver Remote Access Trojans (RAT) STRRAT and Vcurms via a malicious Java downloader. ANY.RUN specialists have detected the active spread of these malicious programs and warn users against potential threats. Short About STRRAT and Vcurms STRRAT is a Java-based RAT, notorious for its… Continue reading STRRAT and Vcurms Malware Abuse GitHub for Spreading
Adobe Reader Infostealer Plagues Email Messages in Brazil
A recent email spam campaign reportedly spreads infostealer malware under the guise of Adobe Reader Installer. Within a forged PDF document, there is a request to install Adobe Reader app, that triggers malware downloading and installation. Considering the language of the said documents, this malicious activity mainly targets Portugal and Brazil. Infostealer Spreads in Fake… Continue reading Adobe Reader Infostealer Plagues Email Messages in Brazil
WingsOfGod.dll – WogRAT Malware Analysis & Removal
WogRAT, also known as WingsOfGod RAT, is a novice remote access trojan that attacks users from Asian countries. Named after its own file – Wingsofgod.dll, this malware attacks people since late 2022, spreading through the online notepad service. What is WogRAT (WingsOfGod.dll)? WogRAT is a classic example of a remote access trojan, a backdoor-like malicious… Continue reading WingsOfGod.dll – WogRAT Malware Analysis & Removal