PWS:Win32/Simda.AF
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| Threat Level: | 90 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 8 |
| First Seen: | November 21, 2012 |
| Last Seen: | September 21, 2020 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
PWS:Win32/Simda.AF is a password-stealing Trojan that may also enable cybercriminals to obtain backdoor access and control over the victimized PC. The main goal of PWS:Win32/Simda.AF is to steal passwords and system information from the infected computer. While being installed, PWS:Win32/Simda.AF makes modifications to the registry entries. When executed, PWS:Win32/Simda.AF copies itself with random file name to the "%windir%\AppPatch" folder. PWS:Win32/Simda.AF creates the certain registry entries so that its copy can start automatically whenever you boot up Windows. PWS:Win32/Simda.AF aims at connecting to certain servers to wait for commands. PWS:Win32/Simda.AF transfers the stolen information to an external server. PWS:Win32/Simda.AF restricts computer users from accessing particular websites. PWS:Win32/Simda.AF checks the web address of websites the computer user visits if they incorporate any of the specific strings. If PWS:Win32/Simda.AF finds that the computer user is visiting websites that incorporate any of these strings, it may divert the affected computer user to Google.com. When loaded, PWS:Win32/Simda.AF aims at injecting itself into the geneuine processes if they are running on the targeted computer system. Based on the process, PWS:Win32/Simda.AF embeds itself either as part of its information stealing process, to stay resident in memory, or to conceal itself from other processes.
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