Threat Database Trojans Trojan.Vundo.J

Trojan.Vundo.J

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Threat Scorecard

Threat Level: 90 % (High)
Infected Computers: 69
First Seen: July 24, 2009
Last Seen: February 26, 2026
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The detection of Trojan.Vundo.J on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This type of malware is designed to compromise your computer's security and potentially steal sensitive information or disrupt system operations. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take prompt action to remove it and prevent future infections.

What Is Trojan.Vundo.J?

Trojan.Vundo.J is a type of Trojan horse malware that can infect your computer through various means, such as malicious downloads, infected software, or exploited vulnerabilities. The name "Trojan.Vundo.J" suggests that it is a variant of the Trojan.Vundo malware, which is known for its ability to download and install additional malware, hijack system settings, and display unwanted advertisements. However, without specific details about this variant, it is crucial to focus on general removal and prevention strategies.

How Trojan.Vundo.J Operates

Once installed, Trojan.Vundo.J can operate in the background, potentially downloading and installing additional malware, stealing sensitive information, or modifying system settings. It may also attempt to connect to remote servers to receive updates or transmit stolen data. The exact operations of Trojan.Vundo.J may vary, but its primary goal is to compromise your system's security and potentially generate revenue for its creators through malicious activities.

Symptoms of Infection

Infected systems may exhibit various symptoms, including slow performance, frequent crashes, unwanted pop-ups or advertisements, and unexpected changes to system settings. You may also notice suspicious programs or processes running in the background, or unusual network activity. However, some infections may not display noticeable symptoms, making it essential to regularly scan your system for malware using reputable security software.

  • Unexplained system crashes or freezes
  • Slow system performance
  • Unwanted pop-ups or advertisements
  • Suspicious programs or processes running in the background
  • Unexpected changes to system settings

How to Remove Trojan.Vundo.J

  1. Restart your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for a more effective removal process.
  2. Use a reputable malware removal tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full system scan and detect any malware infections. Ensure the tool is updated with the latest definitions to improve detection rates.
  3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the infection. Be cautious when uninstalling programs, as some may be legitimate or required for system operation.
  4. Reset your web browsers, such as Chrome, Firefox, or Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings. This can help prevent the malware from using the browser to propagate or steal information.
  5. Reboot your system and perform another full scan with your malware removal tool to ensure that all remnants of the infection have been removed. This step is crucial in verifying the effectiveness of the removal process.

Conclusion

Removing Trojan.Vundo.J from your system requires a combination of technical expertise and caution. By following the steps outlined above and using reputable security software, you can effectively remove the malware and prevent future infections. It is essential to remain vigilant and regularly scan your system for malware to ensure your computer remains secure. Additionally, practicing safe computing habits, such as avoiding suspicious downloads and keeping your operating system and software up-to-date, can help prevent similar infections in the future.

Aliases

15 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.

Antivirus Vendor Detection
Symantec Packed.Generic.217
Sunbelt Trojan.Win32.Vundo.Gen (v)
Panda Trj/CI.A
NOD32 a variant of Win32/Kryptik.MU
Kaspersky Packed.Win32.Krap.n
Fortinet W32/Krap.N!tr
F-Secure Trojan:W32/Vundo.gen!A
eTrust-Vet Win32/VundoCryptorAF!generic
CAT-QuickHeal Win32.Packed.Krap.n.6
BitDefender Gen:Trojan.Heur.Vundo.7018E7D7D7
AVG Generic13.AQSC
Avast Win32:MoPack
Authentium W32/Virtumonde.AH2.gen!Eldorado
Antiy-AVL Packed/Win32.Krap
a-squared Trojan.Win32.Vundo!IK

SpyHunter Detects & Remove Trojan.Vundo.J

File System Details

Trojan.Vundo.J may create the following file(s):
# File Name MD5 Detections
1. oxlwyr.dll 2fc45cd304021afc18c3940e44d8d653 0
2. foenvj.dll 47807b23779807efcc0bb5c5e3df4f28 0
3. rnfxhe.dll 24f4d9d7b70f2b98c4b588851b37099f 0
4. uwapvk.dll 35308a5772a06d6eb96ed150391f05a0 0

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name: Trojan.Vundo.J
Signature status: No Signature

Known Samples

MD5: 4b4ed4f2b9edf92a6d64c0a7f40c3e09
SHA1: 15ec737eee7afeeb14997338c7d6590c5c84b0d7
SHA256: D611D03C6A1F97BB96B1C66E99710993B48A9426D2DFDAC00AFA09A05DE7B988
File Size: 37.89 KB, 37888 bytes

Windows Portable Executable Attributes

  • File doesn't have "Rich" header
  • File doesn't have exports table
  • File doesn't have resources
  • File doesn't have security information
  • File is 32-bit executable
  • File is either console or GUI application
  • File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
  • File is Native application (NOT .NET application)
  • File is not packed
  • IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
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  • IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)

File Traits

  • 2+ executable sections
  • dll
  • ntdll
  • VirtualQueryEx
  • WriteProcessMemory
  • x86

Block Information

Total Blocks: 71
Potentially Malicious Blocks: 63
Whitelisted Blocks: 5
Unknown Blocks: 3

Visual Map

x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x 0 x x x x x x x x x x ? x x x x x ? x x x ? x x x x x x x x x x x 0 x 0 x x x x x 0 0 x x
0 - Probable Safe Block
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block

Similar Families

  • Vundo.J

Windows API Usage

Category API
Syscall Use
  • ntdll.dll!NtAlpcSendWaitReceivePort
  • ntdll.dll!NtClose
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateSection
  • ntdll.dll!NtFreeVirtualMemory
  • ntdll.dll!NtMapViewOfSection
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenProcessToken
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryAttributesFile
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  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryDebugFilterState
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationProcess
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationToken
  • ntdll.dll!NtQuerySystemInformationEx
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryValueKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryVirtualMemory
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryVolumeInformationFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtReadFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetEvent
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationProcess
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationVirtualMemory
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationWorkerFactory
  • ntdll.dll!NtTestAlert
  • ntdll.dll!NtTraceControl
  • ntdll.dll!NtUnmapViewOfSection
  • ntdll.dll!NtWaitForSingleObject
  • ntdll.dll!NtWriteFile
Process Manipulation Evasion
  • NtUnmapViewOfSection
Process Shell Execute
  • CreateProcess
Anti Debug
  • NtQuerySystemInformation

Shell Command Execution

C:\WINDOWS\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe c:\users\user\downloads\15ec737eee7afeeb14997338c7d6590c5c84b0d7_0000037888.,LiQMAxHB