Threat Database Trojans Trojan.Clicker.Refpron.A

Trojan.Clicker.Refpron.A

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Threat Scorecard

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

The detection of Trojan.Clicker.Refpron.A on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This type of malware is designed to compromise the security and integrity of your computer, and if left unchecked, can lead to serious consequences, including data theft, system crashes, and unauthorized access to your personal information.

What Is Trojan.Clicker.Refpron.A?

Trojan.Clicker.Refpron.A is a type of Trojan horse malware that is designed to deceive users into installing it on their systems. The name "Trojan" refers to the fact that this type of malware disguises itself as a legitimate program or file, but actually contains malicious code. The "Clicker" part of the name suggests that this malware may be involved in click fraud or other types of malicious activity that involve simulating user interactions.

How Trojan.Clicker.Refpron.A Operates

Once installed on a system, Trojan.Clicker.Refpron.A can operate in a variety of ways, depending on its intended purpose. It may be designed to steal sensitive information, such as login credentials or financial data, or to install additional malware on the system. It may also be used to generate fake traffic or clicks on websites, or to participate in other types of malicious activity. In some cases, Trojan.Clicker.Refpron.A may be used as a backdoor to allow remote access to the infected system.

Trojan.Clicker.Refpron.A can spread through various means, including infected software downloads, malicious email attachments, or exploited vulnerabilities in software or operating systems. It can also be installed manually by an attacker who has gained physical access to the system.

Symptoms of Infection

The symptoms of a Trojan.Clicker.Refpron.A infection can vary, but may include unusual system behavior, such as slow performance, crashes, or unexpected pop-ups. You may also notice that your system is connecting to unfamiliar websites or servers, or that your browser is being redirected to suspicious sites. In some cases, you may not notice any symptoms at all, which is why it's essential to run regular virus scans and maintain up-to-date security software.

  • Unexplained changes to system settings or configuration
  • Appearance of unfamiliar programs or icons
  • Increased network activity or data usage
  • System crashes or freezes
  • Pop-ups or other unwanted advertisements

How to Remove Trojan.Clicker.Refpron.A

  1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
  2. Run a full scan with a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all instances of the malware.
  3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the malware.
  4. Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons.
  5. Reboot your system and run another full scan to ensure that all remnants of the malware have been removed.

Conclusion

Removing Trojan.Clicker.Refpron.A from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the malware's behavior and characteristics. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining up-to-date security software, you can help protect your system from this and other types of malware. Remember to always be cautious when downloading software or opening email attachments, and never install programs or files from untrusted sources.

Aliases

15 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.

Antivirus Vendor Detection
Kaspersky Trojan-Downloader.Win32.Helminthos.nm
AntiVir HEUR/Malware
a-squared Trojan-Clicker.Win32.VB.bsx!IK
Symantec Trojan.Adclicker
Sophos Mal/Clickr-A
Prevx1 Medium Risk Malware
NOD32 a variant of Win32/TrojanClicker.VB.NFH
Microsoft TrojanClicker:Win32/Refpron.A
McAfee Generic.dx!hv.d
K7AntiVirus Trojan.Win32.Agent
Ikarus Trojan-Clicker.Win32.VB.bsx
Fortinet W32/Agent.AOUT!tr
F-Secure Trojan.Win32.Agent.aout
eSafe Win32.Agent.aout
CAT-QuickHeal Trojan.Agent.aout

File System Details

Trojan.Clicker.Refpron.A may create the following file(s):
# File Name MD5 Detections
1. udxfytw.sys 3c67302e718705979d352f88154b61bc 0
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