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W32.Pixror

Reported: September 12, 2007

 

 

Description:

W32.Pixror propagates via MSN instant messaging programs. This worm can also open a back door port on the infected computer to allow unauthorized access from a remote attacker.
 

Technical Name: W32.Pixror

 

Threat Level: Low

 

Type: Worm

 

Systems Affected: Windows All

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HOW TO REMOVE W32.Pixror:

1. Temporarily Disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP). [how to]
2. Update the virus definitions.

3. Reboot computer in SafeMode [how to]

4. Run a full system scan and clean/delete all infected file

5. Delete/Modify any values added to the registry. [how to edit registry]

Navigate to and delete the following entries:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run\"Runtime Server Subsystem" = "%Windir%\system\csrss.exe"
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\SharedAccess\Parameters\FirewallPolicy

\StandardProfile\AuthorizedApplications\List\"[PATH TO WORM EXECUTABLE]" = "[PATH TO WORM EXECUTABLE]:*:Enabled:Messenger Sharing"


HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\SharedAccess\Parameters\FirewallPolicy

\StandardProfile\AuthorizedApplications\List\"%Windir%\system\csrss.exe" = "%Windir%\system\csrss.exe:*:Enabled:Messenger Sharing"

Restore the following registry entries to their original values, if required:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Control\"WaitToKillServiceTimeout" = "7000"

 

6. Exit registry editor and restart the computer.

7. In order to make sure that threat 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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