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Windows Security Feature Abused, Blocks Security Software

  • Posted on:June 11, 2014
  • Posted in:Bad Sites, Malware
  • Posted by:
    Marilyn Melliang (Senior Threat Research Engineer)
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We recently discussed the latest attacks affecting users in Japan that were the works of the BKDR_VAWTRAK malware. This malware family combines backdoor and infostealer behaviors and had just added the banking credentials theft to its repertoire. It was also mentioned that this malware tries to downgrade the privileges of security software, including Trend Micro…

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Tags: banking TrojanJapanMalwarethe privileges of security softwareVAWTRAK

UPATRE Ups the Ante With Attachment Inside An Attachment

  • Posted on:April 4, 2014
  • Posted in:Malware, Spam
  • Posted by:
    Marilyn Melliang (Senior Threat Research Engineer)
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In 2013, the malware UPATRE was noted as one of the top malware seen attached to spammed messages. The malware was also notorious for downloading other malware, including ZeuS and ransomware, particularly its more sophisticated form, Cryptolocker. This was enough reason to believe that the UPATRE threat is constantly advancing its techniques–this time, by using…

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Tags: MalwareNECURSrootkitSpamUPATREZBOT

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