Threat Check
What types of threats have been plaguing computer users this past month? Take a look, below, at the top threats creating a buzz among Ad-Aware users in the Lavasoft Support Forums.
1. Win32.Trojan.Agent
Win32.Trojan.Agent is a generic family for Trojans. It may download and install adware programs to the victim's machine and may change configurations for Windows Explorer and the Windows interface.
2. Win32.Rootkit.Agent
Win32.Rootkit.Agent is a generic family for rootkits. A rootkit is a program that fraudulently gains or maintains administrator level access that may also execute in a manner that prevents detection. They can be used to monitor traffic and keystrokes, create a backdoor into the system for the hacker's use, alter log files, attack other machines on the network, and alter existing system tools to avoid detection.
3. Win32.Trojan.Monder
Win32.Trojan.Monder is a family for Virtumonde files. Virtumonde, also known as Vundo, is a type of malware/adware that often requires special help, or tools, to remove. It hooks itself into the system and then displays pop-ups. It has also been seen, though not as commonly, popping-up fake alerts for rogue anti-spyware.
4. Win32.TrojanSpy.Banker
Win32.Trojanspy.Banker is a type of password stealer that targets bank accounts. A banker Trojan like this could target a single bank or up to thousands, making behavior different among the varying types.
5. Win32.Trojan.Fraudpack
Win32.Trojan.Fraudpack is a type of Trojan that helps distribute rogue software or similar fraudulent applications.
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