Threat Database Trojan Downloader Downloader.Generic14.HTD

Downloader.Generic14.HTD

By GoldSparrow in Trojan Downloader

Threat Scorecard

Ranking: 14,530
Threat Level: 70 % (High)
Infected Computers: 25,944
First Seen: February 17, 2015
Last Seen: August 29, 2023
OS(es) Affected: Windows

Computer users that have problems with the process 'db29.exe' and the appearance of many system error messages may want to know that they are infected with the Downloader.Generic14.HTD trojan downloader. Downloader.Generic14.HTD uses the 'db29.exe' and 'installer.exe' processes to facilitate its operations, and infected users may see several instances of 'db29.exe' in their Windows Task Manager. Manual termination of the 'db29.exe' and 'installer.exe' processes does not stop the activities of the Downloader.Generic14.HTD trojan. Additionally, the Downloader.Generic14.HTD trojan is known to insert a registry key in Windows that allows it to run 'db29.exe' at every system start. Cyber criminals may use the Downloader.Generic14.HTD trojan downloader to inject malware in infected PCs such as worms, viruses and keyloggers that can allow them to compromise the security of computer networks and steal banking credentials, social media log-ins and user data. Web surfers are advised to avoid downloading attachments to spam emails because they might be loaded with the Downloader.Generic14.HTD trojan as well as other malware. A reputable anti-malware solution can help you defend your system and prevent hackers from exploiting software vulnerabilities.

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