Worm.Mywife.E@mm!CME24
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| Threat Level: | 50 % (Medium) |
| Infected Computers: | 32 |
| First Seen: | November 29, 2012 |
| Last Seen: | April 15, 2023 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Worm.Mywife.E@mm!CME24 indicates that your system has been compromised by a malicious worm. This type of malware is designed to replicate and spread to other systems, causing potential harm to your data and overall system performance. It is essential to take immediate action to remove the worm and prevent further damage.
Table of Contents
What Is Worm.Mywife.E@mm!CME24?
Worm.Mywife.E@mm!CME24 is a type of malware that falls under the category of worms. Worms are self-replicating malware that can spread from system to system without the need for user interaction. They often exploit vulnerabilities in operating systems or applications to gain access to a system and then use that system as a base to attack other systems.
How Worm.Mywife.E@mm!CME24 Operates
Once Worm.Mywife.E@mm!CME24 has infected a system, it can operate in various ways. It may attempt to spread to other systems through email, instant messaging, or other means. It can also try to download and install additional malware or create backdoors to allow remote access to the infected system. The worm may also attempt to steal sensitive information, such as login credentials or personal data.
Symptoms of Infection
Systems infected with Worm.Mywife.E@mm!CME24 may exhibit various symptoms. These can include slow system performance, frequent crashes, or unusual network activity. You may also notice that your system is sending or receiving unexpected emails or messages. In some cases, the worm may attempt to disable security software or block access to certain websites.
- Unexplained changes to system settings or configuration
- Appearance of unfamiliar programs or icons
- Increased CPU usage or disk activity
- Difficulty accessing certain files or folders
How to Remove Worm.Mywife.E@mm!CME24
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the worm from loading and to allow for easier removal
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove the worm and any associated malware
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the worm
- 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
Removing Worm.Mywife.E@mm!CME24 from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the removal process. By following the steps outlined above and using reputable anti-malware tools, you can help to ensure that your system is completely clean and free from infection. It is also essential to take steps to prevent future infections, such as keeping your operating system and applications up to date, using strong passwords, and being cautious when opening emails or attachments from unknown sources.
Aliases
15 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.
| Antivirus Vendor | Detection |
|---|---|
| Panda | W32/Tearec.A.worm!CME-24 |
| AVG | I-Worm/Nyxem.E |
| Ikarus | Email-Worm.Win32.Nyxem |
| AhnLab-V3 | Win32/Nyxem.worm.95690 |
| Microsoft | Worm:Win32/Mywife.E@mm!CME24 |
| Antiy-AVL | Worm/Win32.Nyxem.gen |
| Sophos | Troj/Agent-NQL |
| McAfee-GW-Edition | Heuristic.BehavesLike.Win32.Suspicious-PKR.G |
| AntiVir | Worm/KillAV.GR |
| F-Secure | Email-Worm:W32/W32.Nyxem.E |
| Comodo | Worm.Win32.VB.NEI |
| Kaspersky | Email-Worm.Win32.Nyxem.e |
| ClamAV | Worm.Nyxem.E |
| eSafe | Win32.Blackmal.e |
| Avast | Win32:Nyxem-C [Wrm] |
SpyHunter Detects & Remove Worm.Mywife.E@mm!CME24
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. | From(yosefpi@netvision.net.il (yosefpi@netvision.net.il))_ID(383_2)_Attachments00.HQX | 1c66904ecb846da5b1fb2072f9ea6e0e | 18 |
