Worm.Autorun.UB
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| Threat Level: | 50 % (Medium) |
| Infected Computers: | 3 |
| First Seen: | May 7, 2013 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Worm.Autorun.UB on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This worm is designed to replicate and spread to other computers, causing damage and disrupting normal system operation. In this report, we will provide an overview of Worm.Autorun.UB, its operating methods, symptoms of infection, and steps to remove it from your system.
Table of Contents
What Is Worm.Autorun.UB?
Worm.Autorun.UB is a type of malware that can infect a computer without the need for user interaction. It can spread through various means, including removable drives, network shares, and infected software downloads. Once inside a system, the worm can cause significant damage, including data theft, system crashes, and unauthorized access to sensitive information.
How Worm.Autorun.UB Operates
Worm.Autorun.UB operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in the system and using social engineering tactics to trick users into executing the malware. It can create copies of itself and spread to other computers, making it a highly infectious and dangerous threat. The worm can also modify system settings, disable security software, and create backdoors for remote access.
- Modifying system files and registry entries to maintain persistence
- Disabling security software and firewall protection
- Creating backdoors for remote access and control
- Spreading to other computers through network shares and removable drives
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with Worm.Autorun.UB, you may experience a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, frequent crashes, and unfamiliar programs or icons on your desktop. You may also notice unusual network activity, such as unexpected connections or data transfers. Other symptoms can include:
- Unexplained changes to system settings or configuration
- Appearance of unfamiliar or suspicious programs
- Increased CPU usage or disk activity
- Difficulty accessing or using certain system features or applications
How to Remove Worm.Autorun.UB
To remove Worm.Autorun.UB from your system, follow these steps:
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the worm from loading
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full system scan and remove any detected threats
- Uninstall any suspicious or unfamiliar programs that may be related to the infection
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons
- Reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure that the worm has been completely removed
Conclusion
Worm.Autorun.UB is a serious security threat that requires prompt attention to prevent further damage. By understanding how the worm operates and following the removal steps outlined above, you can help protect your system and prevent the spread of this malware. Remember to always use reputable anti-malware software, keep your operating system and software up to date, and practice safe computing habits to minimize the risk of infection.
Aliases
15 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.
| Antivirus Vendor | Detection |
|---|---|
| Panda | Trj/Downloader.MDW |
| AVG | Worm/Generic.BCGS |
| Ikarus | Trojan-Dropper.Delf |
| Sunbelt | Trojan.Win32.Generic!BT |
| AhnLab-V3 | Win32/Autorun.worm.410624 |
| Microsoft | Worm:Win32/Autorun.UB |
| Antiy-AVL | Backdoor/Win32.Delf.gen |
| AntiVir | BDS/Delf.NCY.1 |
| F-Secure | Trojan:W32/Agent.GRJ |
| Comodo | Worm.Win32.AutoRun.BG0 |
| Sophos | W32/Autorun-VP |
| BitDefender | Trojan.Autorun.Delf.Y |
| Kaspersky | Backdoor.Win32.Delf.ncy |
| ClamAV | Trojan.Delf-7895 |
| Avast | Win32:Malware-gen |
SpyHunter Detects & Remove Worm.Autorun.UB
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.
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | __HLServ.exe | 794d2034052257846783e9ca0822a887 | 3 |
