TrojanDownloader:AutoIt/Fadef
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| Threat Level: | 90 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 892 |
| First Seen: | September 1, 2015 |
| Last Seen: | April 5, 2023 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The TrojanDownloader:AutoIt/Fadef malware is part of the AutoIt family of trojans that includes threats like Trojan.Win32.Autoit.aie, W32/AutoIt-JY, and Trojan:AutoIt/Kilim.A. TrojanDownloader:AutoIt/Fadef is written with the aim of aiding cyber criminals in delivering other malware to infected users. Computer infected with the TrojanDownloader:AutoIt/Fadef malware may be sluggish and exhibit system errors. Third parties that operate builds of the TrojanDownloader:AutoIt/Fadef malware could use it to install on your computer CryptoDefense and CrypVault ransomware and claim affiliate revenue. Another way to utilize the successful intrusion of the CrypVault malware is to use a keylogger like the GoldenKeylogger and the KeyBase Keylogger to steal your credentials for online banking portals and social networks. TrojanDownloader:AutoIt/Fadef is reported to place two files named 'dh.dll' and 'rotartsinimdadefense.exe' in the hidden ProgramData directory. Additionally, the TrojanDownloader:AutoIt/Fadef malware will edit your Windows Registry values to ensure that it loads before your built-in Windows Defender does. The TrojanDownloader:AutoIt/Fadef malware may use port 8080 to connect to the Internet over HTTP and receive instructions from its handlers. Also, TrojanDownloader:AutoIt/Fadef may be used to corrupt programs on your PC and substitute their components with variants controlled by third parties remotely. The AutoIt/Fadef trojan downloader is dispersed with spam emails and may take the form of a ZIP file that is, in fact, an executable with a double file extension. The activities performed by the AutoIt/Fadef trojan downloader may limit your Internet bandwidth at times and could lead to severe damages. Therefore, you should consider installing a renowned anti-malware solution that can protect your data and banking credentials.
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