Threat Database Trojans Trojan.Agent.nzm

Trojan.Agent.nzm

By CagedTech in Trojans
Published:
Last updated:

Threat Scorecard

Threat Level: 90 % (High)
Infected Computers: 0
First Seen: July 24, 2009
OS(es) Affected: Windows

<p!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Your system has been detected with a threat identified as Trojan.Agent.nzm. This detection indicates that your computer!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! may be compromised by a type of malicious software known as a Trojan. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take immediate action to remove it to prevent further damage to your system and protect your personal data.

What Is Trojan.Agent.nzm?

Trojan.Agent.nzm is a type!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! of malware that can sneak into your system without your knowledge or consent. The name "Trojan" refers to the fact that this type of malware disguises itself as legitimate software, allowing it to bypass security measures and gain access to your system. The ".Agent.nzm" part of the name is a specific identifier for this particular threat, which may be used by security software to detect and classify it.

How Trojan.Agent.nzm Operates

Once Trojan.Agent.nzm has infected your system, it can operate in various ways, depending on its intended purpose. Some common actions of Trojans include stealing sensitive information, such as login credentials!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! or financial data, installing additional malware, or providing unauthorized access to your system. It's crucial to remove Trojan.Agent.nzm as soon as possible to minimize the potential damage.

Symptoms of Infection

The symptoms of a Trojan.Agent.nzm infection can vary, but common signs include slow system performance, unexpected pop-ups or advertisements, and unfamiliar programs or icons on your desktop. You may also notice that your browser homepage has changed or that you are being redirected to suspicious websites. In some cases, you may not notice any symptoms at all, which is why regular system scans and monitoring are essential for detecting and removing threats like Trojan.Agent.nzm.

How to Remove Trojan.Agent.nzm

  1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for a more effective removal process.
  2. Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all instances of Trojan.Agent.nzm.
  3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time of the infection.
  4. Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings.
  5. Reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure that all remnants of the malware have been removed.

Conclusion

Removing Trojan.Agent.nzm from your system requires immediate attention to prevent further damage and protect your personal data. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining good security practices, such as regularly updating your operating system and security software, using strong passwords, and being cautious when opening email attachments or downloading software, you can help safeguard your system against future threats. Remember, vigilance and proactive measures are key to keeping your digital environment secure.

Aliases

15 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.

Antivirus Vendor Detection
TrendMicro TROJ_AGENT.AJW
Symantec Trojan Horse
Sophos Mal/EncPk-CZ
Panda Trj/Downloader.MDW
NOD32 Win32/TrojanDownloader.Agent.NZM
Microsoft Trojan:Win32/Pigax.gen!A
McAfee-GW-Edition Trojan.Crypt.XPACK.Gen
McAfee Generic Dropper.cx
K7AntiVirus Trojan.Win32.Malware.1
Ikarus Trojan.Win32.Agent
Fortinet W32/Agent.BJYM!tr
F-Secure Trojan.Win32.Agent.bjym
eTrust-Vet Win32/VMalum.ENMY
eSafe Win32.Banker
Comodo TrojWare.Win32.Trojan.Agent.Gen

File System Details

Trojan.Agent.nzm may create the following file(s):
# File Name MD5 Detections
1. svchost.exe b13d650ca62d72276a499ba876691991 0