Threat Database Viruses Virus.Obfuscator.DO

Virus.Obfuscator.DO

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Threat Scorecard

Threat Level: 80 % (High)
Infected Computers: 114
First Seen: November 30, 2010
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The detection of Virus.Obfuscator.DO on your system indicates a potential threat to your computer's security and integrity. This Trojan-type threat is designed to evade detection and can cause significant harm if left unchecked. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take immediate action to remove it from your system.

What Is Virus.Obfuscator.DO?

Virus.Obfuscator.DO is a type of malicious software that uses obfuscation techniques to conceal its presence on a compromised system. The name itself suggests that it is a virus that uses obfuscation methods to evade detection by security software. Obfuscation involves making the code difficult to understand or interpret, making it challenging for security tools to detect and remove the threat.

How Virus.Obfuscator.DO Operates

Trojan-type threats like Virus.Obfuscator.DO typically operate by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or tricking users into installing them. Once installed, they can perform a variety of malicious activities, such as stealing sensitive information, installing additional malware, or providing unauthorized access to the compromised system. These threats can also use social engineering tactics to deceive users into performing certain actions that can further compromise the system.

Symptoms of Infection

Systems infected with Virus.Obfuscator.DO may exhibit a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, frequent crashes, and unusual network activity. Users may also notice unfamiliar programs or icons on their system, or receive unexpected pop-ups or alerts. In some cases, the threat may not exhibit any noticeable symptoms, making it difficult to detect without the use of security software.

  • Unexplained changes to system settings or configuration
  • Appearance of unfamiliar or suspicious programs
  • Increased network activity or unusual data transmissions
  • System crashes or freezes
  • Slow system performance or responsiveness

How to Remove Virus.Obfuscator.DO

  1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the threat 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 threat
  3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the threat
  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 threat has been completely removed

Conclusion

Removing Virus.Obfuscator.DO from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the threat. By following the steps outlined above and using reputable security software, you can help to ensure the complete removal of the threat and prevent future infections. It is also essential to practice good security habits, such as regularly updating your operating system and software, using strong passwords, and avoiding suspicious downloads or emails, to reduce the risk of infection and protect your system from potential threats.

Aliases

15 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.

Antivirus Vendor Detection
AVG Generic25.EOU
AhnLab-V3 Backdoor/Win32.Kelihos
McAfee-GW-Edition Artemis!4062C47A1B10
Kaspersky UDS:DangerousObject.Multi.Generic
NOD32 a variant of Win32/Kryptik.RVW
McAfee Generic.dx!b2y4
AVG Generic24.WMC
Fortinet W32/Jorik_Zbot.FU!tr
Ikarus Trojan.Win32.Jorik
AhnLab-V3 Trojan/Win32.Jorik
Antiy-AVL Trojan/Win32.Jorik.gen
AntiVir TR/Jorik.Zbot.fu
BitDefender Trojan.Generic.6442846
Kaspersky Trojan.Win32.Jorik.Zbot.fu
eSafe Win32.VirToolObfusca

File System Details

Virus.Obfuscator.DO may create the following file(s):
# File Name MD5 Detections
1. killexe.exe 0204f3fd5453ecede911a9a55703a3d7 65
2. sysam.exe 7a290c00f60e6b44f52831c9d9c2b3f5 20
3. login.exe cd8c7a8288e39cf2b99b06ef21cae2ce 5
4. notepad.exe 0df541d69c2c5d33f36535bc31d4204e 4
5. activedsn.exe 1acf868a33cbc73701494c1fb32420ca 3
6. systam.exe 7ade8c3cda012e318c080a124f464f79 2
7. unobi.dll f4dea9a161bc9d2626614429a51d9559 2
8. pb32.exe 100a1d9e65134b51bc3189dab3dd25db 2
9. flash.exe 4062c47a1b107270fe7142bd7ddf6a6d 2
10. tpamd_dc_opt.exe 3595a9dfb3b62522619fa32f0b8002c5 1
11. fFollower.exe 107da9992a9f5ff30026a1d14e5d9aad 1
12. esvex.exe dac41d82c6c614fda6f3b0bb98134e24 1
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