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W32.Loxbot.D

Reported: 06-Jan-06

Description:

W32.Loxbot.D has the capability to open a back door on the infected computer allowing a remote attacker to issue various commands and spreads using AOL Instant Messenger. W32.Loxbot.D also uses rootkit capabilities to hide its process in memory.

Technical Name:

W32.Loxbot.D

Threat Level:

Medium

Type:

Worm

Systems Affected:

Windows All

Detection Date:

January 6, 2006

 

 

W32.Loxbot.D removal procedures requires technical know-how on  computer troubleshooting. It is better to consult your LAN Administrator or Technical Persons to avoid additional damage on your computer if modifications on Services and Registry have to be done.

 

MANUAL REMOVAL:

1. Disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP).
2. Update the virus definitions.
3. Run a full system scan and delete all the files detected.
4. Delete any values added to the registry.

Navigate to the subkeys and delete the value:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\
RunServices
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
Value: "freexstyle" = "lockbar.exe"
 

5. Exit Registry editor.

***If it makes changes to Windows registry that may prevent you from running executable files. A tool to reset registry values to the default value is available for download. Click Here.

 

6. Restore the Windows Security Center.
7. Reenable the SharedAccess service (Windows 2000/XP only).

8. In order to make sure that worm loxbot.d is completely eliminated from your computer, carry out a full scan of your computer using AntiVirus and Antispyware Software. Another way to delete the virus using various Antivirus Program without the need to install can be done with Online Virus Scanner.

 

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