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Description:
Hackarmy is a family of Backdoor Trojans, all known to spread via misleading email attachments. Once installed, these Trojans employ a mutex to ensure that only one version of the Trojan is running. It then installs a copy of itself in the system folder and hooks a run command in the registry so that it starts every time Windows does. Once that is done, Hackarmy opens a pre-defined IRC channel and awaits further instructions. The user who originally distributed the Trojan can send commands via the open channel that enable it to read IRC log files, download additional malware from the Web (usually spying applications), terminate processes, and even establish a proxy server on the targeted PC.
Hackarmy, while very dangerous, is not an exceptionally advanced Backdoor. It's reputation is widespread due to the various means of trickery employed in the bogus email messages. Each of these messages contains an .exe or .zip attachment with a name that entices users to download and run it. Infected attachments that have been used thus far include a supposed suicide note from Arnold Schwarzenegger, photos of Osama Bin Laden dead, and video footage of American captive Nick Berg alive in Iraq. Needless to say, all of these are extremely tasteless, yet it's not hard to see why some might click on the links in absentminded curiosity.
How Do I Get Rid of Hackarmy?
To avoid the unnecessary risk of damaging your computer, we highly recommend you use a good spyware cleaner/remover to automatically detect and remove Hackarmy and other spyware on your PC.
- Download Hackarmy Removal Tool.
- Run a scan to detect and remove any Hackarmy infection.
- Restart your PC and run another scan for any remaining traces of Hackarmy. .
Hackarmy Manual Removal Instructions
Note: This Hackarmy manual removal process is difficult and you run the risk of destroying your computer. We highly recommend you use the Hackarmy automatic removal tool.
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Hackarmy Characterstics
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Allows remote influence |
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Exploits a security flaw |
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Inadequate uninstall procedures |
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Insufficient privacy disclosure and consent |
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Uses excessive system resources |
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Performs Silent Updates |
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How did Hackarmy get on my computer?
Wondering how Hackarmy was able to infiltrate your defenses and infect your PC? You're not alone. Millions of users become infected with Hackarmy each and every day.
The most common reason for becoming infected with Hackarmy is a lack of advanced anti-spyware protection. These are just a few of the ways spyware can infect your PC:
1. P2P (Peer-to-Peer) Networks
P2P networks have become increasingly popular over the years. As P2P popularity has increased, so have the risks associated with using these networks. When you install a P2P application or download a file from a P2P network, it is not uncommon for spyware to be bundled in with the files and the software.
2. Freeware and Shareware
Many computer users discover the hard way that freeware and shareware aren't really free at all. Many of these "free" applications come bundled with spyware, which may very well be how the application ended up on your PC.
3. Malicious Websites
Not all websites are innocent. In fact, some are designed with malicious intent. If you visit one of these websites, spyware may automatically install on your hard drive without your knowledge or consent.
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Spyware Symptoms
There are a number of telltale signs to look for that can indicate when spyware has infected your PC. Knowing and understanding these spyware symptoms can help you reduce the amount of time spyware spends on your system and the amount of damage it can do to your computer. Here are just some of the potential spyware symptoms your computer may exhibit:
Annoying Pop-Up Advertisements:
Almost everyone experiences one or two pop-ups every now and then, but if you're getting more than your fair share of pop-up ads, then spyware may be the culprit. Many unwanted software applications, such as spyware, will cause frequent occurrences of pop-up advertisements on your desktop. If you notice an increase in the number of pop-up ads you receive, you may be infected with spyware.
Changes in Internet Settings
Many spyware applications have been known to change a user's Internet settings without their knowledge or consent. To make matters worse, if you try to change your settings back to the way they were before, spyware can just change them back again. If you notice that your search page or homepage settings have changed without explanation, spyware may be the reason.
Unwanted Web Browser Components
If you notice additions to your Internet browser that you do not remember downloading or installing, spyware may be the reason. Many spyware applications add search toolbars and other BHOs (browser helper objects) to your Internet browser without your knowledge or consent.
Decreased System Speeds
It is very common for computers infected with spyware to experience decreases in speed and performance. This is because spyware often uses a computer's system resources to execute malicious operations. This creates a drain on your system and will result in slower Internet speeds and overall decreases in PC performance. If you notice a sudden change in the performance of your computer, it may be infected with spyware.
If you have reason to believe that your computer has been infected with spyware, it is highly recommended that you use AntiSpyware 2010's free spyware scan to detect any spyware files.
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How To Prevent Spyware
There are a number of steps you can take to prevent spyware from infecting your PC. These steps include:
1. Install a Comprehensive Anti-Spyware Product
The first step in protecting your computer from spyware is to install a comprehensive anti-spyware solution. AntiSpyware 2010 offers the technology you need to keep your system safe from the latest spyware threats.
2. Update Your Anti-Spyware Software Definitions
Once you have downloaded and installed advanced anti-spyware protection, make sure that you are protected from the latest threats by updating your spyware definitions. AntiSpyware 2010 does this for you automatically with its convenient auto-update feature.
3. Perform Windows Security Updates
After you have anti-spyware software installed and updated, you need to perform Windows security updates to make sure there are no security loopholes putting your operating system at risk. To do this, open up your Internet Explorer, click on "Tools" and then click on "Windows Update" and the system will prompt you through the update process.
4. Scan Your System For Spyware
Once your anti-spyware protection is downloaded and installed and you have performed your Windows security updates, its time to scan your system for spyware. Simply open the application and run the spyware scan utility. AntiSpyware 2010 will take over from there.
After AntiSpyware 2010 has scanned your system, it will present you with a list of the spyware infections on your PC. At this point, you can begin the process of removing spyware from your system.
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What is a Backdoor?
Backdoors are a particularly dangerous form of Trojan. Once a backdoor is installed on a computer, it allows another user (called a master) to monitor the actions of a computer as well as install a remote access utility. This is a utility that allows access to the computer, its files and commands, and thus the ability to control these things. Remote access is something that system administrators and tech supporters use legally to help set up and repair systems on your computer. Like people using a remote control, these people can access your computer via LAN or the Internet from across town or across the country. A backdoor allows a master to illegally monitor and even control your computer the same way without asking your permission. Consequently a master can
- view confidential information
- execute malicious codes
- launch programs
- send / receive date via the Internet
- delete files and other data
- display notifications
- reboot the system
This means that a single backdoor can facilitate tasks which are usually accomplished by several smaller Trojans. And since masters do not want you to know they are there, they will often be discreet, stealing information without your knowledge. Since many backdoors are not visible in the log of active programs, they are hard to detect.
For more information about spyware, visit:
http://www.2squared.com/browser_by_name.php
http://www.2squared.com/spyware_behavior.php
types_of_spyware.php
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