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Backdoor.Papi

Reported: August 16, 2006

 

 

Description:

Backdoor.Papi is capable of stealing confidential information from the infected computer. It is reported to be dropped by Trojan.Tarodrop.

Technical Name:

Backdoor.Papi

Threat Level:

Low

Type:

Trojan Horse

Systems Affected:

Windows All

 

 

Backdoor.Papi removal procedure 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. Temporarily disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP). [how to]
2. Update the virus definitions.

3. Restart the computer in SafeMode [how to]
4. Run a full system scan and delete all infected files.
5. Delete any values added to the registry. [how to edit registry]

Navigate to and delete the following subkey:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\CAPAPI

Navigate to the subkey and delete the value if present:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Windows\AppInit_DLLs
Value: %system%\netlib32.dll


6. In order to make sure that Backdoor.Papi 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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