Virus.Boot-DOS.V.1526
Virus.Boot-DOS.V.1526 is a computer virus that infects and spreads in multiple ways. Virus.Boot-DOS.V.1526 is able to infect the MBR of the hard drive and reside in memory. Additionally, Virus.Boot-DOS.V.1526 is known to search for and infect executable files in a compromised PC.Virus.Boot-DOS.V.1526 is also used in fake warning messages displayed by rogueware such as XP Antispyware 2010 and Vista Antispyware 2010. One of the fake warning messages read as follows:
"Vista Antispyware 2010 ALERT
System hacked!
Unknown program is scanning your system registry right now! Identity theft detected!
Details
Attack from: 9.37.247.159 port: 9536
Attacked port: 9536
Threat: Virus.Boot-DOS.V.1526"
Should you encounter this security alert you should scan your system with a legitimate anti-spyware application and ensure that you do not purchase any rogueware that is recommended.
