Threat Database Trojans Trojan.Kexqoud.C

Trojan.Kexqoud.C

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Threat Scorecard

Threat Level: 80 % (High)
Infected Computers: 4
First Seen: May 13, 2013
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The detection of Trojan.Kexqoud.C on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. Trojans are a type of malware that can cause significant harm to your computer and compromise your personal data. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take necessary steps to remove it from your system.

What Is Trojan.Kexqoud.C?

Trojan.Kexqoud.C is a type of Trojan horse malware that can infiltrate your system without your knowledge or consent. The name "Trojan.Kexqoud.C" suggests that it is a variant of a Trojan horse, but the exact nature and characteristics of this specific threat are not well-defined. Trojans are often disguised as legitimate software or attachments, making them difficult to detect. Once installed, they can create backdoors for remote access, steal sensitive information, or install additional malware.

How Trojan.Kexqoud.C Operates

Like other Trojans, Trojan.Kexqoud.C is likely designed to operate stealthily, avoiding detection by security software. It may use various techniques to evade detection, such as code obfuscation, anti-debugging, or exploiting vulnerabilities in software. Once installed, it can communicate with its command and control servers to receive instructions or transmit stolen data. The exact mechanisms used by Trojan.Kexqoud.C are unknown, but it is likely to follow a similar pattern of behavior as other Trojans.

Symptoms of Infection

Identifying a Trojan infection can be challenging, as they often do not exhibit obvious symptoms. However, some common signs of infection include slow system performance, unexpected crashes, or unfamiliar programs running in the background. You may also notice unusual network activity, such as increased data usage or unfamiliar connections. Additionally, your antivirus software may detect and alert you to suspicious activity, which can indicate a potential Trojan infection.

  • Unexplained changes to system settings or configuration
  • Appearance of unfamiliar programs or icons
  • Increased pop-up ads or unwanted software installations
  • System crashes or freezes

How to Remove Trojan.Kexqoud.C

  1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for internet access.
  2. Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove the Trojan.
  3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that may be related to the infection.
  4. Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any potential malware components.
  5. Reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.

Conclusion

Removing Trojan.Kexqoud.C from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the removal process. By following the steps outlined above, you can help ensure that your system is free from this potential security threat. It is essential to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to protect your system from future infections, such as keeping your operating system and software up-to-date, using strong antivirus software, and avoiding suspicious downloads or attachments.

Aliases

15 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.

Antivirus Vendor Detection
AVG PSW.Banker6.ATHI
AhnLab-V3 Trojan/Win32.Gen
McAfee-GW-Edition Heuristic.BehavesLike.Win32.Suspicious-DTR.S
AntiVir TR/ATRAPS.Gen
BitDefender DeepScan:Generic.Banker.OT.2CD7C801
Panda Trj/CI.A
AVG MSIL.DSX
Sophos Mal/MSIL-FA
AntiVir TR/Spy.Gen8
Kaspersky HEUR:Trojan.Win32.Generic
Avast MSIL:Bladabindi-AZ [Trj]
Panda Dialer.EMN
AVG Generic31.BDFL
Fortinet W32/Blocker.AQWX!tr
Ikarus Trojan-Ransom.Win32.Blocker

SpyHunter Detects & Remove Trojan.Kexqoud.C

File System Details

Trojan.Kexqoud.C may create the following file(s):
# File Name MD5 Detections
1. nMNtfaARw2l97e30p5ev.exe d10f8c7a4d64d2a0624a93ec49006e62 2
2. Baixar - Thaeme e Thiago - Perto de Mim - 2013.exe c3be82fc3b14070ffb451e754a040b01 2