F-Secure Malware Descriptions
Exploit:W32/PDFExploit.G
A program or technique that takes advantage of a vulnerability to remotely access or attack a program, computer or server.
Trojan:W32/Buzus
A trojan, or trojan horse, is a seemingly legitimate program which secretly performs other, usually malicious, functions. It is usually user-initiated and does not replicate.
Trojan:W32/Generic
A trojan, or trojan horse, is a seemingly legitimate program which secretly performs other, usually malicious, functions. It is usually user-initiated and does not replicate.
Trojan:W32/Autoruninf.gen
A trojan, or trojan horse, is a seemingly legitimate program which secretly performs other, usually malicious, functions. It is usually user-initiated and does not replicate.
Exploit:JS/Pidief
A program or technique that takes advantage of a vulnerability to remotely access or attack a program, computer or server.
Exploit:W32/PDF-Payload.Gen
A program or technique that takes advantage of a vulnerability to remotely access or attack a program, computer or server.
Adware:W32/Doubled.gen!C
This program delivers advertising content to the user. It is usually annoying but harmless, unless it is combined with spyware or trackware.
Application:W32/WinVNC
A legitimate application that may introduce additional security risks or be used for malicious purposes.
Adware:W32/Popmenu
This program delivers advertising content to the user. It is usually annoying but harmless, unless it is combined with spyware or trackware.
Rootkit:W32/Xanti.gen!A
A program or set of programs which hides itself by subverting or evading the computer's security mechanisms, then allows remote users to secretly control the computer's operating system.
Adware:W32/Adware
This program delivers advertising content to the user. It is usually annoying but harmless, unless it is combined with spyware or trackware.
Adware:W32/Gibmedia
This program delivers advertising content to the user. It is usually annoying but harmless, unless it is combined with spyware or trackware.
Adware:W32/Yabelink
This program delivers advertising content to the user. It is usually annoying but harmless, unless it is combined with spyware or trackware.
Riskware:W32/Riskware
Useful, legitimate software which could possibly be misused for malicious purposes.
Adware:W32/Navipromo
This program delivers advertising content to the user. It is usually annoying but harmless, unless it is combined with spyware or trackware.
Monitoring-Tool:SymbOS/Spyphone
A program that monitors and records all actions on a computer, including keystrokes entered.
Suspicious:W32/Malware!Online
The file appears to be suspicious, is potentially undesirable, or may be structured in a way or has characteristics that resembles known malware.
This may indicate the presence of a malware infection, or that the suspect file is malicious.
Suspicious:W32/Riskware!Online
The file appears to be suspicious, is potentially undesirable, or may be structured in a way or has characteristics that resembles known riskware.
Trojan:W32/SuspectBehavior_NetworkShareFileDrop
Also known as a trojan horse program, this is a deceptive program that performs additional actions without the user's knowledge or permission. It does not replicate.
Worm:W32/Zimuse.B
A standalone malicious program which uses computer or network resources to make complete copies of itself. May include code or other malware to damage both the system and the network.
Worm:W32/Zimuse.A
A standalone malicious program which uses computer or network resources to make complete copies of itself. May include code or other malware to damage both the system and the network.
Other:W32/False Positive
A program which does not easily fit into any other category.
Rogue:W32/XPAntivirus.gen!I
Deceptive antivirus software that pressures users into buying or installing it (e.g., infecting a computer; displaying false or alarming warnings or scanning results). Once installed, it may not function as claimed.
Rogue:W32/SpywareSheriff
Dishonest antivirus software which tricks users into buying or installing it, usually by infecting a user's computer, or by pretending the computer is infected.
Exploit:JS/Comele.A
A program or technique that takes advantage of a vulnerability to remotely access or attack a program, computer or server.
Email-Worm:MSIL/Agent.MXK
A worm that spreads via e-mail, usually in infected executable e-mail file attachments.
Worm:W32/Agent.IPZ
A standalone malicious program which uses computer or network resources to make complete copies of itself. May include code or other malware to damage both the system and the network.
Trojan:W32/Trojan
A trojan, or trojan horse, is a seemingly legitimate program which secretly performs other, usually malicious, functions. It is usually user-initiated and does not replicate.
Trojan-Downloader:W32/Renos.GEN
This type of trojan secretly downloads malicious files from a remote server, then installs and executes the files.
Trojan:W32/Krap.B
A trojan, or trojan horse, is a seemingly legitimate program which secretly performs other, usually malicious, functions. It is usually user-initiated and does not replicate.
Trojan-Downloader:W32/Swizzor
This type of trojan secretly downloads malicious files from a remote server, then installs and executes the files.
Other:W32/Application
A legitimate application that may introduce additional security risks or be used for malicious purposes.
Exploit:W32/AdobeReader.UZ
A program or technique that takes advantage of a vulnerability to remotely access or attack a program, computer or server.
Trojan-Downloader:W32/Agent.MRL
A trojan that secretly downloads malicious files from a remote server, then installs and executes the files.
Trojan:W32/Agent.KOG
Also known as a trojan horse program, this is a deceptive program that performs additional actions without the user's knowledge or permission. It does not replicate.
Application:W32/Hoax
A legitimate application that may introduce additional security risks or be used for malicious purposes.
Trojan-Downloader:W32/DLoader
A trojan that secretly downloads malicious files from a remote server, then installs and executes the files.
Trojan-Downloader:JS/Gumblar.X
A trojan that secretly downloads malicious files from a remote server, then installs and executes the files.
Rogue:W32/DatDoc
Deceptive antivirus software that pressures users into buying or installing it (e.g., infecting a computer; displaying false or alarming warnings or scanning results). Once installed, it may not function as claimed.
Trojan:W32/DatCrypt
Also known as a trojan horse program, this is a deceptive program that performs additional actions without the user's knowledge or permission. It does not replicate.
Other:W32/Constructor
A program or utility used to construct malware.
Trojan:W32/Agent.ANWQ
Also known as a trojan horse program, this is a deceptive program that performs additional actions without the user's knowledge or permission. It does not replicate.
Trojan:WinCE/Redoc
Also known as a trojan horse program, this is a deceptive program that performs additional actions without the user's knowledge or permission. It does not replicate.
Suspicious:W32/Malware!Gemini
The file appears to be performing suspicious or potentially undesirable actions on the system. This may potentially indicate the presence of a malware infection, or that the suspect file is malicious.
Trojan:OSX/Loosemaque.A
Also known as a trojan horse program, this is a deceptive program that performs additional actions without the user's knowledge or permission. It does not replicate.
Worm:iPhoneOS/Ikee.B
A standalone malicious program which uses computer or network resources to make complete copies of itself. May include code or other malware to damage both the system and the network.
Worm:iPhoneOS/Ikee
A standalone malicious program which uses computer or network resources to make complete copies of itself. May include code or other malware to damage both the system and the network.
Trojan:W32/Vilsel
A trojan, or trojan horse, is a seemingly legitimate program which secretly performs other, usually malicious, functions. It is usually user-initiated and does not replicate.
Trojan-PSW:W32/OnlineGames
This type of trojan steals passwords and other sensitive information. It may also secretly install other malicious programs.
Rogue:W32/SysGuard.D
Dishonest antivirus software which tricks users into buying or installing it, usually by infecting a user's computer, or by pretending the computer is infected.