Virus.Sality.AT
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 949 |
| First Seen: | March 15, 2011 |
| Last Seen: | August 2, 2025 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Virus.Sality.AT on your system indicates a potential threat to your computer's security and integrity. This detection name suggests a type of malicious software that could be causing harm to your system, and it is essential to understand what it is and how it operates to take appropriate removal and preventive measures.
Table of Contents
What Is Virus.Sality.AT?
Virus.Sality.AT is identified as a Trojan-type threat, which means it is designed to deceive users into installing it on their systems by disguising itself as legitimate software. Once installed, it can cause a variety of problems, including data theft, system crashes, and the installation of additional malware. The name "Virus.Sality.AT" itself does not directly indicate a specific malware family but suggests a malicious program that could be part of a broader category of Trojans.
How Virus.Sality.AT Operates
Trojan-type threats like Virus.Sality.AT typically operate by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or tricking users into executing them. They can spread through various means, including infected downloads, email attachments, or by visiting compromised websites. Once a Trojan is installed, it can create backdoors for remote access, allowing attackers to control the infected system, steal sensitive information, or use the system for malicious activities such as spamming or launching attacks on other computers.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of a Virus.Sality.AT infection can vary but may include unusual system behavior, such as unexpected crashes, slow performance, or the appearance of unwanted programs or toolbars in your web browser. You might also notice that your antivirus software is disabled or that certain system settings have been changed without your permission. In some cases, the infection might not exhibit noticeable symptoms immediately, making regular system checks and antivirus scans crucial for early detection.
How to Remove Virus.Sality.AT
- Enter Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for a clean environment to perform removal steps.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable antivirus tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all instances of the malware.
- Uninstall suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time the malware was detected.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings changes made by the malware.
- Reboot your system and perform another full scan with your antivirus software to ensure that all malware components have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Virus.Sality.AT requires careful and thorough steps to ensure that all components of the malware are eliminated from your system. It is also crucial to take preventive measures, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus protection, and being cautious when downloading software or opening email attachments from unknown sources. By understanding the nature of Trojan-type threats and taking proactive steps, you can protect your system from future infections and maintain your digital security.
Aliases
15 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.
| Antivirus Vendor | Detection |
|---|---|
| Ikarus | Trojan-Dropper.Win32.Decay |
| McAfee-GW-Edition | Heuristic.LooksLike.Win32.Suspicious.C!89 |
| AVG | Suspicion: unknown virus |
| Ikarus | Worm.Win32.Nuqel |
| AhnLab-V3 | Trojan/Win32.Xema |
| AntiVir | TR/Dropper.Gen |
| Comodo | Packed.Win32.MUPX.Gen |
| BitDefender | DeepScan:Generic.Sality.3.7701CE3F |
| eSafe | Win32.TRDropper |
| K7AntiVirus | Trojan |
| Ikarus | Worm.Win32.VB |
| McAfee-GW-Edition | Heuristic.LooksLike.Win32.Suspicious.J |
| Comodo | Heur.Suspicious |
| ClamAV | BC.Heuristic.Trojan.SusPacked.BF-6.B |
| Avast | Win32:VBCrypt-BFB [Trj] |
File System Details
| # | File Name | MD5 |
Detections
Detections: The number of confirmed and suspected cases of a particular threat detected on
infected computers as reported by SpyHunter.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Blink 182 .exe | 26236245e4ea2b956285a9c6a3887fc9 | 596 |
| 2. | sql.cmd | 6082281f137354b486afb3f6cb2febf4 | 90 |
| 3. | Gallery .scr | 6e44e7f464a0ee2509540063615afbe1 | 67 |
| 4. | Zita.exe | 5562982ac0079ee3554adcd3f436fd70 | 20 |
| 5. | uninstall_.exe | 4e4b639a2ae96c70a6e5b29a684bc4b7 | 4 |
| 6. | csrsc.exe | 426e4df7036e4696afe3042a0c58e915 | 2 |
| 7. | wincciqms.exe | 581b9794c09477728dfaf25260541467 | 1 |
| 8. | GrooveMonitor.exe | db928096e09fb2f286fee6372f8648ac | 1 |
