Worm.Brontok.L@mm
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| Threat Level: | 50 % (Medium) |
| Infected Computers: | 20 |
| First Seen: | October 6, 2011 |
| Last Seen: | September 12, 2021 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Worm.Brontok.L@mm on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This report provides an overview of the malware, its operating methods, symptoms of infection, and steps to remove it from your system.
Table of Contents
What Is Worm.Brontok.L@mm?
Worm.Brontok.L@mm is a type of malware that has been identified as a worm, which is a self-replicating computer program that can spread from system to system without the need for human interaction. The name itself does not directly indicate a specific malware family, but rather a detection label assigned by security software. Worms like Worm.Brontok.L@mm are designed to cause harm by consuming system resources, stealing sensitive information, or disrupting normal system operation.
How Worm.Brontok.L@mm Operates
Malware such as Worm.Brontok.L@mm typically operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or manipulating users into executing the malicious code. Once inside a system, it can spread through various means, including email attachments, infected software downloads, or network vulnerabilities. Worms often attempt to replicate!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Aliases
15 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.
| Antivirus Vendor | Detection |
|---|---|
| McAfee-GW-Edition | Heuristic.BehavesLike.Win32.Suspicious-BAY.K |
| Comodo | Worm.Win32.Brontok.M |
| Avast | Win32:Malware-gen |
| F-Prot | W32/Brontok.C.gen!Eldorado |
| Ikarus | Email-Worm.Win32.Brontok.A |
| AVG | I-Worm/Brontok.EE |
| F-Secure | W32/Rontokbro.XI |
| BitDefender | Win32.Brontok.AO@mm |
| CAT-QuickHeal | I-Worm.Brontok.q |
| Panda | W32/Brontok.C.worm |
| AVG | I-Worm/Brontok.X |
| Fortinet | W32/Brontok.Q@mm |
| AhnLab-V3 | Win32/Brontok.worm.41996 |
| eTrust-Vet | Win32/Robknot.M |
| McAfee-GW-Edition | Heuristic.LooksLike.Win32.Suspicious.J |
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. | WCClean (2017_01_26 18_09_18 UTC).exy | e2bfcb246d259a438f085d50a729d0d8 | 7 |
