Worm.Phorpiex
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| Popularity Rank: | 12,166 |
| Threat Level: | 50 % (Medium) |
| Infected Computers: | 27,805 |
| First Seen: | October 5, 2012 |
| Last Seen: | October 3, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Worm.Phorpiex on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This type of malware is designed to replicate and spread to other computers, causing damage and disruption to your digital environment. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take prompt action to remove it and prevent future infections.
Table of Contents
What Is Worm.Phorpiex?
Worm.Phorpiex is a type of malicious software that can infect your computer without your knowledge or consent. It is a self-replicating program that can spread to other computers through various means, such as email attachments, infected software downloads, or exploited vulnerabilities. The primary goal of Worm.Phorpiex is to compromise your system's security and potentially steal sensitive information or disrupt your computer's functionality.
How Worm.Phorpiex Operates
Once Worm.Phorpiex infects your computer, it can operate in various ways, depending on its design and purpose. It may attempt to connect to a command and control server to receive instructions or transmit stolen data. It can also try to spread to other computers on your network or through email and instant messaging applications. Worm.Phorpiex may also attempt to disable security software or hide its presence from detection.
It is crucial to note that Worm.Phorpiex can be highly persistent and may require specialized tools and techniques to remove. Its ability to replicate and adapt makes it a significant threat to your computer's security and stability.
Symptoms of Infection
If your computer is infected with Worm.Phorpiex, you may experience various symptoms, including slow system performance, frequent crashes, or unusual network activity. You may also notice unfamiliar programs or icons on your desktop, or receive suspicious emails or messages. In some cases, Worm.Phorpiex may not exhibit any noticeable symptoms, making it challenging to detect without proper security software.
- Unexplained changes to your system settings or configuration
- Increased network activity or bandwidth usage
- Appearance of unfamiliar programs or files
- Frequent system crashes or errors
How to Remove Worm.Phorpiex
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent Worm.Phorpiex from loading and to allow for a more effective removal process.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any malicious files or programs associated with Worm.Phorpiex.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications 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 computer and perform another scan to ensure that Worm.Phorpiex has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing Worm.Phorpiex from your computer requires a thorough and multi-step approach. By following the steps outlined above and using reputable security software, you can help ensure the complete removal of this malware and prevent future infections. It is essential to remain vigilant and proactive in maintaining your computer's security, including keeping your operating system and software up-to-date, using strong passwords, and being cautious when opening email attachments or downloading software from the internet.
Aliases
15 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.
| Antivirus Vendor | Detection |
|---|---|
| AVG | Generic30.AFOS |
| AntiVir | TR/Jorik.IRCbot.vgn.1 |
| Kaspersky | Trojan.Win32.Jorik.IRCbot.vgn |
| Avast | Win32:Malware-gen |
| McAfee | W32/Sdbot.worm!pr |
| CAT-QuickHeal | Trojan.Jorik.IRCbot.vgn |
| AVG | Generic30.BHZ |
| Fortinet | W32/Bublik.MNO!tr |
| Ikarus | Trojan.Win32.Bublik |
| AhnLab-V3 | Trojan/Win32.Bublik |
| AntiVir | TR/Dropper.Gen |
| Kaspersky | Trojan.Win32.Bublik.mno |
| Avast | Win32:Agent-AQGP [Trj] |
| F-Prot | W32/Trojan3.EDR |
| McAfee | Artemis!23AFA7CA23C9 |
SpyHunter Detects & Remove Worm.Phorpiex
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. | winsvc.exe | 4c51ef187457a6b60dd65da1785cd77d | 475 |
| 2. | winupd32cfg.exe | 525898d3171b336c6a633114a4eb67e8 | 312 |
| 3. | winfnsx.exe | d9e59a4295926df49c8d6484aa6b8305 | 147 |
| 4. | winsvcs.exe | 3cbf3552471627f240244765dda0c622 | 111 |
| 5. | winsvcr.exe | aa4e600d8c199bcf90247c2d01cc405d | 102 |
| 6. | Windows Archive Manager.exe | 04cdb6a52dad2af1eaaa5e76bc46796d | 94 |
| 7. | 104931452541650.exe | 6974f40df848d49cad0a304794d1fce1 | 79 |
| 8. | 104802519125152.exe | 70f1e306a6df8f4a479d4a1645dd5186 | 74 |
| 9. | winmgr9g8.exe | c3b9e320cf30e1795a89e733422cf9d5 | 65 |
| 10. | 2084614507.exe | 1e1148785375917b1189614a295533dc | 49 |
| 11. | wincrsn.exe | c0a5dc4c2de6fdf3ac21450b15d46823 | 42 |
| 12. | 158381994823929.exe | ec8bc22b6a8b2344355c20a38ba16a96 | 38 |
| 13. | winsro.exe | 23afa7ca23c9dcc07346d8e7429c0f10 | 36 |
| 14. | winsvar.exe | ee28f7e96f74b7a469a663a7e453030e | 31 |
| 15. | 138331645016418.exe | acc9ea10d6f63e502f43db909754d3f5 | 30 |
| 16. | winmgr.exe | 282d88e9611a85defc73ed852be3427e | 25 |
| 17. | winvsn.exe | 8e9228c6d0e85e77267cf42cafb84c69 | 6 |
| 18. | winsrv.exe | 68f53bf83b49019dcf5dce066b74630a | 3 |
| 19. | wincrs.exe | 2212face6179f75b577426c4013dd91a | 2 |
Registry Details
Directories
Worm.Phorpiex may create the following directory or directories:
| %USERPROFILE%\M-1-25-8784-4125-7572 |
| %USERPROFILE%\M-1-52-5782-8754-5245 |
| %USERPROFILE%\M-10-6897-8685-3464 |
| %USERPROFILE%\M-5050324589790225392040235 |
| %USERPROFILE%\M-505045058025025030484340240 |
| %USERPROFILE%\M-78577389809558786 |
| %USERPROFILE%\M-87-78985-6027-77788 |
| %USERPROFILE%\M-9433461589685794657786 |
| %WINDIR%\91295601560973149617056167513670 |
| %WINDIR%\M-50500258608265602480562480650842068024682480 |
| %WINDIR%\M-505045058025025030484340240 |
| %WINDIR%\M-505059270375072397532052973057023740495830 |
| %WINDIR%\M-505076805704006805085868706806085 |
| %WINDIR%\M-50508068750580687808058005 |
| %WINDIR%\M-5050970685462056485602658064280562840 |
| %WINDIR%\M-505958576840600505580505058 |