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The Java Autorun Worm, Java.Cogyeka (1 of 3)

01

Jul

2013

Java.CogyekaRecently there has been a lot of attention drawn to the vulnerabilities in Java and how they can lead to malware being created. However, it is worth noting that a vulnerability is not always required for malware to exist, as is the case with Java.Cogyeka. While this threat does not exploit any vulnerability in Java […]

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Viewing Vobfus infections from above

01

Jul

2013

Win32/Vobfus is a family of worms that spreads via removable drives and downloads other malware, and a family that is causing people a lot of pain lately. Vobfus was initially discovered in September 2009 and became prevalent with its use of the MS10-046 .LNK vulnerability. The .LNK vulnerability has also been used by Chymine, Sality, […]

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Trojan Locks Computers, Demands Ransom for Bogus ‘Offense’

20

Dec

2012

A new “ransomware” campaign uses a novel approach to extort money from Internet users. It locks your computer and displays a localized webpage that covers your desktop and demands the payment of a fine for the possession of banned material.The following system changes may indicate the presence of this malware:<startup folder>\<random file name>.dll.lnk<startup folder>\<random file […]

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