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Trojan.Radropper

Reported: October 10, 2006

 

 

Description:

Trojan.Radropper exploits the RARLAB WinRAR LHA Filename Handling Buffer Overflow Vulnerability to drop and executes another threat on the infected computer.

Technical Name:

Trojan.Radropper

Threat Level:

Low

Type:

Trojan Horse

Systems Affected:

Windows All

 

 

Trojan.Radropper 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. Reboot computer in SafeMode [how to]

4. Run a full system scan and delete all infected files.

5. In order to make sure that Trojan.Radropper 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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