Exploit:Win32/Pdfjsc.AKZ
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| Threat Level: | 90 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 100 |
| First Seen: | April 25, 2014 |
| Last Seen: | August 26, 2022 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
Exploit:Win32/Pdfjsc.AKZ is a Trojan that permits cybercrooks to gain full remote access and control of a corrupted PC. Exploit:Win32/Pdfjsc.AKZ proliferates via spam email messages, free software and infected links on questionable third-party websites. Exploit:Win32/Pdfjsc.AKZ can also propagate to targeted PCs as an infected .PDF file exploiting known vulnerabilities in Adobe Acrobat and Adobe Reader. Upon installation on the attacked PC, Exploit:Win32/Pdfjsc.AKZ creates hidden folders in crucial sections such as the Windows Registry, so that it can disguise its infectious files and restrict itself from being completely uninstalled from the computer system. Exploit:Win32/Pdfjsc.AKZ can run malevolent processes to make the computer work slowly and weirdly, and destroys program files to restrict programs from operating. Exploit:Win32/Pdfjsc.AKZ can also drop and install other malware infections onto the compromised PC.
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