Threat Database Trojans Trojan.Downloader.Flexty.A

Trojan.Downloader.Flexty.A

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Threat Scorecard

Threat Level: 80 % (High)
Infected Computers: 12
First Seen: December 5, 2011
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The detection of Trojan.Downloader.Flexty.A on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This type of malware is designed to download and install additional malicious software on your computer, which can lead to a range of problems, including data theft, system crashes, and unauthorized access to your personal information.

What Is Trojan.Downloader.Flexty.A?

Trojan.Downloader.Flexty.A is a type of Trojan horse malware that is designed to sneak onto your system without your knowledge or consent. Once installed, it can download and install additional malware, including viruses, spyware, and other types of malicious software. This type of malware is often spread through malicious email attachments, infected software downloads, or exploited vulnerabilities in your system or applications.

How Trojan.Downloader.Flexty.A Operates

Trojan.Downloader.Flexty.A operates by creating a backdoor on your system, allowing remote access to your computer. This can enable hackers to steal sensitive information, install additional malware, or use your system as a botnet to conduct malicious activities. The malware may also modify system settings, disable security software, or create fake system alerts to trick you into installing additional malware.

The malware may use various techniques to evade detection, including code obfuscation, anti-debugging, and rootkit functionality. It may also use social engineering tactics to trick you into installing the malware or providing sensitive information.

Symptoms of Infection

If your system is infected with Trojan.Downloader.Flexty.A, you may experience a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, unexpected crashes, or unfamiliar programs and icons on your desktop. You may also notice unusual network activity, such as unexpected outgoing connections or data transfers. Additionally, you may receive fake system alerts or warnings, or find that your security software is disabled or modified.

  • Unexplained changes to system settings or configuration
  • Appearance of unfamiliar programs or icons
  • Unusual network activity or data transfers
  • Slow system performance or crashes
  • Disabled or modified security software

How to Remove Trojan.Downloader.Flexty.A

  1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for easier removal.
  2. Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and remove any detected 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 perform a follow-up scan to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.

Conclusion

The removal of Trojan.Downloader.Flexty.A requires careful attention to detail and a comprehensive approach to ensure that all related malware is removed from your system. By following the steps outlined above and using reputable security software, you can help protect your system and personal information from further harm. It is essential to remain vigilant and proactive in maintaining your system's security, including keeping your operating system and applications up to date, using strong passwords, and avoiding suspicious email attachments and downloads.

Aliases

15 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.

Antivirus Vendor Detection
Antiy-AVL Trojan/win32.agent.gen
AntiVir TR/Dldr.Flexty.A.57
AVG BackDoor.Generic15.EEP
Fortinet W32/Coco.A!tr
Ikarus Trojan-Downloader.Win32.Flexty
AntiVir TR/Dldr.Flexty.A.49
BitDefender Gen:Variant.Zusy.Elzob.1921
Kaspersky Trojan-Proxy.Win32.Coco.r
Symantec Backdoor.Trojan
NOD32 Win32/TrojanProxy.Bakcorox.A
CAT-QuickHeal TrojanProxy.Coco.r
AhnLab-V3 Trojan/Win32.Hupigon
AntiVir TR/Dldr.Flexty.A.7
Sophos Troj/Dapato-E
McAfee Generic BackDoor.wi

File System Details

Trojan.Downloader.Flexty.A may create the following file(s):
# File Name MD5 Detections
1. comsrvr.exe 9d45e3875ed13f52607e183b0601f392 1
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