SpyBouncer

Type: Misleading Application

Risk Impact: Medium
File Names: %ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\BDB.dll %ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\Bouncer.exe %ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\LiveUpd
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP

Behavior

SpyBouncer is a program that may give exaggerated reports of threats on the compromised computer. It will then prompt the user to purchase a registered version of the software in order to remove the reported threats.
Symptoms

One or more files detected as SpyBouncer.
Transmission

This risk must be manually installed.
Protection

    * Initial Rapid Release version March 28, 2006
    * Latest Rapid Release version March 28, 2006
    * Initial Daily Certified version March 28, 2006
    * Latest Daily Certified version December 18, 2007 revision 039
    * Initial Weekly Certified release date March 29, 2006



    * TECHNICAL DETAILS
   

Updated: February 13, 2007 11:49:11 AM
Type: Misleading Application
Version: 2.2
Publisher: spybouncer.com
Risk Impact: Medium
File Names: %ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\BDB.dll %ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\Bouncer.exe %ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\LiveUpd
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP


When SpyBouncer is executed, it performs the following actions:

   1. Creates the following files:

          * %ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\BDB.dll
          * %ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\Bouncer.exe
          * %ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\LiveUpdate.exe
          * %ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\SBB.dll
          * %ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\chilkatZip.dll
          * %ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\delQueue.exe
          * %ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\delmod.dll
          * %ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\options.cfg
          * %ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\requeue.dll
          * %ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\help\*.*
          * C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\SpyBouncer\SpyBouncer Help.lnk
          * C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\SpyBouncer\SpyBouncer LiveUpdate.lnk
          * C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\SpyBouncer\SpyBouncer.lnk
          * C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\SpyBouncer\Uninstall.lnk
          * C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\SpyBouncer.lnk
          * %System%\mscomctl.ocx (A legitimate file.)
          * %System%\msinet.ocx (A legitimate file.)

            Note:
          * %ProgramFiles% is a variable that refers to the program files folder. By default, this is C:\Program Files.
          * %System% is a variable that refers to the System folder. By default this is C:\Windows\System (Windows 95/98/Me), C:\Winnt\System32 (Windows NT/2000), or C:\Windows\System32 (Windows XP).

   2. Adds the value:

      "Bouncer RunStartup" = "[PATH TO RISK]\liveupdate.exe 110"

      to the registry subkey:

      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run

      so that it is executed every time Windows starts.

   3. Creates the following registry subkeys:

      HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{8C7AB65B-830C-442A-A71A-0E06BAF9CAF2}
      HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Interface\{F3A1BEC7-6D42-4A5D-ABDC-534669A087E1}
      HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\TypeLib\{AA33A373-5938-461B-9CAB-35B66F1975E0}
      HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\delmod.DeleteMod
      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\{B8654183-8384-4A84-A22E-CA5A0BC35DCD}
      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\SRC

   4. Adds the values:

      "%ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\Bouncer.exe" = "1"
      "%ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\BDB.dll" = "1"

      to the registry subkey:

      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SharedDLLs

   5. Adds the following registry subkeys:

      HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{18BBDF4D-611D-41CE-A7E7-B2DD23C250D1}
      HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{8551311D-F3BF-4718-AD66-96E302500735}
      HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{CE23505D-68FB-4C49-AE4B-D4F1CF86A2C4}
      HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{DB90DEA9-0897-4B02-9FE0-1E321A22EAB0}
      HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{DB92433D-1902-4789-BAFC-B46B0DCDEBB7}
      HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{EC352548-52B5-41AC-B8C1-8CB561ECF7AD}
      HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\TypeLib\{6F65ED0D-066E-4C92-B442-2704E7B64111}
      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Chilkat Software, Inc.\ChilkatZip.ChilkatZip

      which are associated with a legitimate compression library called chilkatzip.

   6. Adds the value:

      "Compatibility Flags" = "400"

      to a large number of registry keys in the subkey:

      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\ActiveX Compatibility

      to prevent certain ActiveX controls from loading in Internet Explorer.

   7. May give exaggerated reports of threats on the compromised computer when a scan is run.

   8. Prompts the user to delete these threats by purchasing the full version of the product.





REMOVAL


The following instructions pertain to all Symantec antivirus products that support security risk detection.

   1. Update the definitions.
   2. Uninstall the security risk.
   3. Run the scan.
   4. Delete any values added to the registry.


For specific details on each of these steps, read the following instructions.

1. To update the definitions
To obtain the most recent definitions, start your Symantec program and run LiveUpdate.

2. To uninstall the security risk
This security risk includes an uninstallation applet. In order to uninstall this security risk, complete the following instructions:

   1. Click Start > Settings > Control Panel or Start > Control Panel (this varies with the operating system).

   2. In the Control Panel window, double-click Add/Remove Programs.

      Windows Me only: If you do not see the Add/Remove Programs icon, click ...view all Control Panel options.

   3. Click "SpyBouncer"

      Note: You may need to use the scroll bar to view the whole list.

   4. Click Add/Remove, Change/Remove, or Remove (this varies with the operating system). Follow the prompts.

      Note: After running the Add/Remove programs applet, all the files may have been removed. You will want to run a full system scan to ensure that this is the case. However, it is possible that no files will be detected after using Add/Remove programs.


3. To run the scan

   1. Start your Symantec antivirus program, and then run a full system scan.
   2. If any files are detected, and depending on which software version you are using, you may see one or more of the following options:

      Note: This applies only to versions of Norton AntiVirus that support security risk detection. If you are running a version of Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition that supports security risk detection, and security risk detection has been enabled, you will only see a message box that gives the results of the scan. If you have questions in this situation, contact your network administrator.
          * Exclude (Not recommended): If you click this button, it will set the risk so that it is no longer detectable. That is, the antivirus program will keep the security risk on your computer and will no longer detect it to remove from your computer.

          * Ignore or Skip: This option tells the scanner to ignore the risk for this scan only. It will be detected again the next time that you run a scan.

          * Cancel: This option is new to Norton Antivirus 2005. It is used when Norton Antivirus 2005 has determined that it cannot delete a security risk. This Cancel option tells the scanner to ignore the risk for this scan only, and thus, the risk will be detected again the next time that you run a scan.

            To actually delete the security risk:
                o Click its file name (under the Filename column).
                o In the Item Information box that displays, write down the full path and file name.
                o Then use Windows Explorer to locate and delete the file.

          * Delete: This option will attempt to delete the detected files. In some cases, the scanner will not be able to do this.
                o If you see a message, "Delete Failed" (or similar message), manually delete the file.
                o Click the file name of the risk that is under the Filename column.
                o In the Item Information box that displays, write down the full path and file name.
                o Then use Windows Explorer to locate and delete the file.

Important: If you are unable to start your Symantec antivirus product or the product reports that it cannot delete a detected file, you may need to stop the risk from running in order to remove it. To do this, run the scan in Safe mode. For instructions, read the document, How to start the computer in Safe Mode. Once you have restarted in Safe mode, run the scan again.

After the files are deleted, restart the computer in Normal mode and proceed with the next section.

Warning messages may be displayed when the computer is restarted, since the risk may not be fully removed at this point. You can ignore these messages and click OK. These messages will not appear when the computer is restarted after the removal instructions have been fully completed. The messages displayed may be similar to the following:

Title: [FILE PATH]
Message body: Windows cannot find [FILE NAME]. Make sure you typed the name correctly, and then try again. To search for a file, click the Start button, and then click Search.


4. To delete the value from the registry
Important: Symantec strongly recommends that you back up the registry before making any changes to it. Incorrect changes to the registry can result in permanent data loss or corrupted files. Modify the specified subkeys only. Read the document: How to make a backup of the Windows registry.

   1. Click Start > Run.
   2. Type regedit

      Then click OK.

      Note: If the registry editor fails to open the risk may have modified the registry to prevent access to the registry editor. Security Response has developed a tool to resolve this problem. Download and run this tool, and then continue with the removal.

   3. Navigate to the subkey:

      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run

   4. In the right pane, delete the value:

      "Bouncer RunStartup" = "[PATH_TO_RISK]\liveupdate.exe 110"

   5. Navigate to the subkey:

      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SharedDLLs

   6. In the right pane, delete the value:

      "%ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\Bouncer.exe" = "1"
      "%ProgramFiles%\Bouncer\BDB.dll" = "1"

   7. Navigate to and delete the following registry subkeys:

      HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{8C7AB65B-830C-442A-A71A-0E06BAF9CAF2}
      HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Interface\{F3A1BEC7-6D42-4A5D-ABDC-534669A087E1}
      HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\TypeLib\{AA33A373-5938-461B-9CAB-35B66F1975E0}
      HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\delmod.DeleteMod
      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\{B8654183-8384-4A84-A22E-CA5A0BC35DCD}
      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\SRC

   8. Exit the Registry Editor.

Adware.SystemProcess

Type:Adware

Risk Impact: High
File Names: ccapp.exe,navshext.dll
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 98, Windows CE, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP

Behavior

Adware.SystemProcess installs as a Browser Helper Object that displays advertisements, modifies security settings, and may download and install other adware programs.
Symptoms

Your Symantec program detects Adware.SystemProcess.
Transmission

This security risk can be installed as part of another program.
Protection

    * Initial Rapid Release version August 26, 2005
    * Latest Rapid Release version October 22, 2007 revision 040
    * Initial Daily Certified version August 26, 2005
    * Latest Daily Certified version December 18, 2007 revision 039
    * Initial Weekly Certified release date August 31, 2005

Click here for a more detailed description of Rapid Release and Daily Certified virus definitions.












    * TECHNICAL DETAILS
   




Updated: February 13, 2007 11:46:22 AM
Type: Adware
Version: 1.0.0.1
Risk Impact: High
File Names: ccapp.exe,navshext.dll
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 98, Windows CE, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP


When Adware.SystemProcess is executed, it performs the following actions:

   1. Creates the following files:

          * %System%\ccapp.exe
          * %System%\navshext.dll
          * %System%\p.dat
          * %System%\system.dat

            Note: %System% is a variable that refers to the System folder. By default this is C:\Windows\System (Windows 95/98/Me), C:\Winnt\System32 (Windows NT/2000), or C:\Windows\System32 (Windows XP).

   2. Downloads the following file:

      %System%\ustart.exe (This is detected as Adware.WintaskAd.)

   3. Creates the following registry subkeys:

      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion
      \Uninstall\Startup
      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System Process
      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\CLSID
      \{C2EEB4FA-B6D6-41b9-9CFA-ABA87F862BCB}
      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion
      \Explorer\Browser Helper Objects
      \{C2EEB4FA-B6D6-41b9-9CFA-ABA87F862BCB}
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\anrdoezrs.net
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\bfast.com
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\cc-dt.com
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\commission-junction.com
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\dpbolvw.net
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\fastclick.com
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\fastclick.net
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\jdoqocy.com
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\kqzyfj.com
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\linksynergy.com
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\qksrv.net
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\tkqlhce.com

   4. Adds the value:

      "*.system-processes.com" = ""

      to the registry subkey:

      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003\Software
      \Microsoft\Internet Explorer\New Windows\Allow

   5. Adds the value:

      "%Windir%\system32\ccapp.exe" = "%Windir%\system32\ccapp.exe:*:Enabled:System Process"

      to the registry subkey:

      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services
      \SharedAccess\Parameters\FirewallPolicy\StandardProfile
      \AuthorizedApplications\List

   6. Adds the value:

      "System Process Uninstall" = "%Windir%\system32\ccapp.exe UAF"

      to the registry subkey:

      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce















    * REMOVAL

Updated: February 13, 2007 11:46:22 AM
Type: Adware
Version: 1.0.0.1
Risk Impact: High
File Names: ccapp.exe,navshext.dll
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 98, Windows CE, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP


The following instructions pertain to all Symantec antivirus products that support security risk detection.

   1. Update the definitions.
   2. Run a full system scan.
   3. Delete any values added to the registry.

For specific details on each of these steps, read the following instructions.

1. To update the definitions
To obtain the most recent definitions, start your Symantec program and run LiveUpdate.


2. To run the scan

   1. Start your Symantec antivirus program, and then run a full system scan.
   2. If any files are detected, and depending on which software version you are using, you may see one or more of the following options:

      Note: This applies only to versions of Norton AntiVirus that support security risk detection. If you are running a version of Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition that supports security risk detection, and security risk detection has been enabled, you will only see a message box that gives the results of the scan. If you have questions in this situation, contact your network administrator.
          * Exclude (Not recommended): If you click this button, it will set the risk so that it is no longer detectable. That is, the antivirus program will keep the security risk on your computer and will no longer detect it to remove from your computer.

          * Ignore or Skip: This option tells the scanner to ignore the risk for this scan only. It will be detected again the next time that you run a scan.

          * Cancel: This option is new to Norton Antivirus 2005. It is used when Norton Antivirus 2005 has determined that it cannot delete a security risk. This Cancel option tells the scanner to ignore the risk for this scan only, and thus, the risk will be detected again the next time that you run a scan.

            To actually delete the security risk:
                o Click its file name (under the Filename column).
                o In the Item Information box that displays, write down the full path and file name.
                o Then use Windows Explorer to locate and delete the file.

          * Delete: This option will attempt to delete the detected files. In some cases, the scanner will not be able to do this.
                o If you see a message, "Delete Failed" (or similar message), manually delete the file.
                o Click the file name of the risk that is under the Filename column.
                o In the Item Information box that displays, write down the full path and file name.
                o Then use Windows Explorer to locate and delete the file.

Important: If you are unable to start your Symantec antivirus product or the product reports that it cannot delete a detected file, you may need to stop the risk from running in order to remove it. To do this, run the scan in Safe mode. For instructions, read the document, How to start the computer in Safe Mode. Once you have restarted in Safe mode, run the scan again.

After the files are deleted, restart the computer in Normal mode and proceed with the next section.

Warning messages may be displayed when the computer is restarted, since the risk may not be fully removed at this point. You can ignore these messages and click OK. These messages will not appear when the computer is restarted after the removal instructions have been fully completed. The messages displayed may be similar to the following:

Title: [FILE PATH]
Message body: Windows cannot find [FILE NAME]. Make sure you typed the name correctly, and then try again. To search for a file, click the Start button, and then click Search.


3. To delete the value from the registry
Important: Symantec strongly recommends that you back up the registry before making any changes to it. Incorrect changes to the registry can result in permanent data loss or corrupted files. Modify the specified subkeys only. Read the document: How to make a backup of the Windows registry.

   1. Click Start > Run.
   2. Type regedit

      Then click OK.

      Note: If the registry editor fails to open the risk may have modified the registry to prevent access to the registry editor. Security Response has developed a tool to resolve this problem. Download and run this tool, and then continue with the removal.

   3. Navigate to the subkey:

      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003\Software
      \Microsoft\Internet Explorer\New Windows\Allow

   4. In the right pane, delete the value:

      "*.system-processes.com" = ""

   5. Navigate to the subkey:

      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce

   6. In the right pane, delete the value:

      "System Process Uninstall" = "%Windir%\system32\ccapp.exe UAF"

   7. Navigate to the subkey:

      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services
      \SharedAccess\Parameters\FirewallPolicy\StandardProfile
      \AuthorizedApplications\List

   8. In the right pane, delete the value:

      "%Windir%\system32\ccapp.exe" = "%Windir%\system32\ccapp.exe:*:Enabled:System Process"

   9. Navigate to and delete the following subkeys:

      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion
      \Uninstall\Startup
      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\System Process
      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\CLSID
      \{C2EEB4FA-B6D6-41b9-9CFA-ABA87F862BCB}
      HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion
      \Explorer\Browser Helper Objects
      \{C2EEB4FA-B6D6-41b9-9CFA-ABA87F862BCB}
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\anrdoezrs.net
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\bfast.com
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\cc-dt.com
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\commission-junction.com
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\dpbolvw.net
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\fastclick.com
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\fastclick.net
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\jdoqocy.com
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\kqzyfj.com
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\linksynergy.com
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\qksrv.net
      HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-448539723-413027322-839522115-1003
      \Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings
      \P3P\History\tkqlhce.com

  10. Exit the Registry Editor.

Infostealer

Infostealer
Risk Level 1: Very Low

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    * SUMMARY
    * TECHNICAL DETAILS
    * REMOVAL

Discovered: December 8, 1997
Updated: April 4, 2007 5:02:59 PM
Type: Trojan
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP

Infostealer is a generic detection for Trojan horse programs that attempt to steal sensitive information such as login credentials.

Note: Virus definitions dated 3rd May, 2006 or earlier may detect this threat as PWSteal.Trojan.
Protection

    * Initial Rapid Release version December 20, 2000
    * Latest Rapid Release version January 18, 2008 revision 040
    * Initial Daily Certified version December 20, 2000
    * Latest Daily Certified version February 1, 2008 revision 007
    * Initial Weekly Certified release date December 10, 1997

Click here for a more detailed description of Rapid Release and Daily Certified virus definitions.
Threat Assessment
Wild

    * Wild Level: Low
    * Number of Infections: 0 - 49
    * Number of Sites: 0 - 2
    * Geographical Distribution: Low
    * Threat Containment: Easy
    * Removal: Easy

Damage

    * Damage Level: Medium
    * Payload: Steals sensitive information from the compromised computer.

Distribution

    * Distribution Level: Low

Technical Details







    * TECHNICAL DETAILS
    * REMOVAL

Discovered: December 8, 1997
Updated: April 4, 2007 5:02:59 PM
Type: Trojan
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP

Infostealers often attempt to perform the following actions in order to gather information:

    * Log key strokes
    * Capture screen shots
    * Monitor Internet activity



The stolen information may be stored locally so that it can be retrieved later or it can be sent to a remote location where it can be accessed by an attacker.
Recommendations

Symantec Security Response encourages all users and administrators to adhere to the following basic security "best practices":

    * Turn off and remove unneeded services. By default, many operating systems install auxiliary services that are not critical, such as an FTP server, telnet, and a Web server. These services are avenues of attack. If they are removed, blended threats have less avenues of attack and you have fewer services to maintain through patch updates.
    * If a blended threat exploits one or more network services, disable, or block access to, those services until a patch is applied.
    * Always keep your patch levels up-to-date, especially on computers that host public services and are accessible through the firewall, such as HTTP, FTP, mail, and DNS services (for example, all Windows-based computers should have the current Service Pack installed.). Additionally, please apply any security updates that are mentioned in this writeup, in trusted Security Bulletins, or on vendor Web sites.
    * Enforce a password policy. Complex passwords make it difficult to crack password files on compromised computers. This helps to prevent or limit damage when a computer is compromised.
    * Configure your email server to block or remove email that contains file attachments that are commonly used to spread viruses, such as .vbs, .bat, .exe, .pif and .scr files.
    * Isolate infected computers quickly to prevent further compromising your organization. Perform a forensic analysis and restore the computers using trusted media.
    * Train employees not to open attachments unless they are expecting them. Also, do not execute software that is downloaded from the Internet unless it has been scanned for viruses. Simply visiting a compromised Web site can cause infection if certain browser vulnerabilities are not












    * REMOVAL

Discovered: December 8, 1997
Updated: April 4, 2007 5:02:59 PM
Type: Trojan
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP

The following instructions pertain to all current and recent Symantec antivirus products, including the Symantec AntiVirus and Norton AntiVirus product lines.

   1. Disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP).
   2. Update the virus definitions.
   3. Run a full system scan.


For specific details on each of these steps, read the following instructions.

1. To disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP)
If you are running Windows Me or Windows XP, we recommend that you temporarily turn off System Restore. Windows Me/XP uses this feature, which is enabled by default, to restore the files on your computer in case they become damaged. If a virus, worm, or Trojan infects a computer, System Restore may back up the virus, worm, or Trojan on the computer.

Windows prevents outside programs, including antivirus programs, from modifying System Restore. Therefore, antivirus programs or tools cannot remove threats in the System Restore folder. As a result, System Restore has the potential of restoring an infected file on your computer, even after you have cleaned the infected files from all the other locations.

Also, a virus scan may detect a threat in the System Restore folder even though you have removed the threat.

For instructions on how to turn off System Restore, read your Windows documentation, or one of the following articles:

    * How to disable or enable Windows Me System Restore
    * How to turn off or turn on Windows XP System Restore


Note: When you are completely finished with the removal procedure and are satisfied that the threat has been removed, reenable System Restore by following the instructions in the aforementioned documents.

For additional information, and an alternative to disabling Windows Me System Restore, see the Microsoft Knowledge Base article: Antivirus Tools Cannot Clean Infected Files in the _Restore Folder (Article ID: Q263455).

2. To update the virus definitions
Symantec Security Response fully tests all the virus definitions for quality assurance before they are posted to our servers. There are two ways to obtain the most recent virus definitions:

    * Running LiveUpdate, which is the easiest way to obtain virus definitions.
      If you use Norton AntiVirus 2006, Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition 10.0, or newer products, LiveUpdate definitions are updated daily. These products include newer technology.

      If you use Norton AntiVirus 2005, Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition 9.0, or earlier products, LiveUpdate definitions are updated weekly. The exception is major outbreaks, when definitions are updated more often.
    * Downloading the definitions using the Intelligent Updater: The Intelligent Updater virus definitions are posted daily. You should download the definitions from the Symantec Security Response Web site and manually install them.


The latest Intelligent Updater virus definitions can be obtained here: Intelligent Updater virus definitions. For detailed instructions read the document: How to update virus definition files using the Intelligent Updater.

3. To run a full system scan

   1. Start your Symantec antivirus program and make sure that it is configured to scan all the files.
      For Norton AntiVirus consumer products: Read the document: How to configure Norton AntiVirus to scan all files.

      For Symantec AntiVirus Enterprise products: Read the document: How to verify that a Symantec Corporate antivirus product is set to scan all files.
   2. Run a full system scan.
   3. If any files are detected, follow the instructions displayed by your antivirus program.

Important: If you are unable to start your Symantec antivirus product or the product reports that it cannot delete a detected file, you may need to stop the risk from running in order to remove it. To do this, run the scan in Safe mode. For instructions, read the document, How to start the computer in Safe Mode. Once you have restarted in Safe mode, run the scan again.


After the files are deleted, restart the computer in Normal mode.

Trojan.Dropper

Trojan.Dropper
Risk Level 1: Very Low

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    * SUMMARY
   


Discovered: February 2, 2000
Updated: February 13, 2007 11:57:55 AM
Also Known As: Virus.Dropper, Trojan dropper
Type: Trojan Horse
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP


Trojan.Dropper is a Trojan horse that drops Trojan horses or back door Trojans onto compromised computers.

Note: Definitions dated prior to 28th March 2005, may detect this threat as Trojan dropper.
Protection

    * Initial Rapid Release version February 7, 2000
    * Latest Rapid Release version January 18, 2008 revision 040
    * Initial Daily Certified version February 7, 2000 revision 007
    * Latest Daily Certified version February 1, 2008 revision 007
    * Initial Weekly Certified release date February 7, 2000

Click here for a more detailed description of Rapid Release and Daily Certified virus definitions.
Threat Assessment
Wild

    * Wild Level: Low
    * Number of Infections: 0 - 49
    * Number of Sites: 0 - 2
    * Geographical Distribution: Low
    * Threat Containment: Easy
    * Removal: Easy

Damage

    * Damage Level: Low

Distribution

    * Distribution Level: Low

Writeup By: Gor Nazaryan








    * TECHNICAL DETAILS
 

Discovered: February 2, 2000
Updated: February 13, 2007 11:57:55 AM
Also Known As: Virus.Dropper, Trojan dropper
Type: Trojan Horse
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP


The Trojan droppers are similar to an installer, but they only drop Trojans or back doors, and then execute them. Hackers and Trojan writers usually write the Trojan droppers.
Recommendations

Symantec Security Response encourages all users and administrators to adhere to the following basic security "best practices":

    * Turn off and remove unneeded services. By default, many operating systems install auxiliary services that are not critical, such as an FTP server, telnet, and a Web server. These services are avenues of attack. If they are removed, blended threats have less avenues of attack and you have fewer services to maintain through patch updates.
    * If a blended threat exploits one or more network services, disable, or block access to, those services until a patch is applied.
    * Always keep your patch levels up-to-date, especially on computers that host public services and are accessible through the firewall, such as HTTP, FTP, mail, and DNS services (for example, all Windows-based computers should have the current Service Pack installed.). Additionally, please apply any security updates that are mentioned in this writeup, in trusted Security Bulletins, or on vendor Web sites.
    * Enforce a password policy. Complex passwords make it difficult to crack password files on compromised computers. This helps to prevent or limit damage when a computer is compromised.
    * Configure your email server to block or remove email that contains file attachments that are commonly used to spread viruses, such as .vbs, .bat, .exe, .pif and .scr files.
    * Isolate infected computers quickly to prevent further compromising your organization. Perform a forensic analysis and restore the computers using trusted media.
    * Train employees not to open attachments unless they are expecting them. Also, do not execute software that is downloaded from the Internet unless it has been scanned for viruses. Simply visiting a compromised Web site can cause infection if certain browser vulnerabilities are not patched.

Writeup By: Gor Nazaryan









    * REMOVAL

Discovered: February 2, 2000
Updated: February 13, 2007 11:57:55 AM
Also Known As: Virus.Dropper, Trojan dropper
Type: Trojan Horse
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP


The following instructions pertain to all current and recent Symantec antivirus products, including the Symantec AntiVirus and Norton AntiVirus product lines.

   1. Restart the computer in Safe mode or VGA mode.
   2. Disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP).
   3. Update the virus definitions.
   4. Run a full system scan and delete all the files detected as Trojan.Dropper.


For specific details on each of these steps, read the following instructions.

1. Restarting the computer in Safe mode or VGA mode

Shut down the computer and turn off the power. Wait for at least 30 seconds, and then restart the computer in Safe mode or VGA mode.

    * In Windows 95, 98, Me, 2000, or XP, restart the computer in Safe mode. For instructions, read the document, "How to start the computer in Safe Mode."
    * In Windows NT 4, restart the computer in VGA mode.



2. Disabling System Restore (Windows Me/XP)
If you are running Windows Me or Windows XP, we recommend that you temporarily turn off System Restore. Windows Me/XP uses this feature, which is enabled by default, to restore the files on your computer in case they become damaged. If a virus, worm, or Trojan infects a computer, System Restore may back up the virus, worm, or Trojan on the computer.

Windows prevents outside programs, including antivirus programs, from modifying System Restore. Therefore, antivirus programs or tools cannot remove threats in the System Restore folder. As a result, System Restore has the potential of restoring an infected file on your computer, even after you have cleaned the infected files from all the other locations.

Also, a virus scan may detect a threat in the System Restore folder even though you have removed the threat.

For instructions on how to turn off System Restore, read your Windows documentation, or one of the following articles:

    * "How to disable or enable Windows Me System Restore"
    * "How to turn off or turn on Windows XP System Restore"


Note: When you are completely finished with the removal procedure and are satisfied that the threat has been removed, re-enable System Restore by following the instructions in the aforementioned documents.

For additional information, and an alternative to disabling Windows Me System Restore, see the Microsoft Knowledge Base article, "Antivirus Tools Cannot Clean Infected Files in the _Restore Folder," Article ID: Q263455.

3. Updating the virus definitions
Symantec Security Response fully tests all the virus definitions for quality assurance before they are posted to our servers. There are two ways to obtain the most recent virus definitions:

    * Running LiveUpdate, which is the easiest way to obtain virus definitions.
      These virus definitions are posted to the LiveUpdate servers once each week (usually on Wednesdays), unless there is a major virus outbreak. To determine whether definitions for this threat are available by LiveUpdate, refer to the Virus Definitions (LiveUpdate).
    * Downloading the definitions using the Intelligent Updater.
      The Intelligent Updater virus definitions are posted on U.S. business days (Monday through Friday). You should download the definitions from the Symantec Security Response Web site and manually install them. To determine whether definitions for this threat are available by the Intelligent Updater, refer to the Virus Definitions (Intelligent Updater).

      The Intelligent Updater virus definitions are available: Read "How to update virus definition files using the Intelligent Updater" for detailed instructions.


4. Scanning for and deleting the infected files

   1. Start your Symantec antivirus program and make sure that it is configured to scan all the files.
          * For Norton AntiVirus consumer products
            Read the document, "How to configure Norton AntiVirus to scan all files."
          * For Symantec AntiVirus Enterprise products
            Read the document, "How to verify that a Symantec Corporate antivirus product is set to scan all files."
   2. Run a full system scan.
   3. If any files are detected as infected with Trojan.Dropper, click Delete.



Writeup By: Gor Nazaryan

Silk Rope Trojan

Silk Rope Trojan
Detected As: Silk Rope Trojan
This threat is detected by the latest Virus Definitions.
All computer users should employ safe computing practices, including:

    * Keeping your Virus Definitions updated.
    * Installing Norton AntiVirus program updates, when available.
    * Deleting suspicious looking emails.

You may also scan your PC for threats now, by using the free online Symantec Security Check.
To ensure complete protection against viruses and similar threats, please review Symantec's product offerings for Home & Home Office, Small & Mid-Sized Business and Enterprise users.
Removal Instructions
The following instructions pertain to all current and recent Symantec antivirus products, including the Symantec AntiVirus and Norton AntiVirus product lines.

   1. Disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP).
   2. Update the virus definitions.
   3. Run a full system scan and delete all the files detected.
   4. Submit the files to Symantec Security Response.

For specific details on each of these steps, read the following instructions.
1. To disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP)
If you are running Windows Me or Windows XP, we recommend that you temporarily turn off System Restore. Windows Me/XP uses this feature, which is enabled by default, to restore the files on your computer in case they become damaged. If a virus, worm, or Trojan infects a computer, System Restore may back up the virus, worm, or Trojan on the computer.
Windows prevents outside programs, including antivirus programs, from modifying System Restore. Therefore, antivirus programs or tools cannot remove threats in the System Restore folder. As a result, System Restore has the potential of restoring an infected file on your computer, even after you have cleaned the infected files from all the other locations.
Also, a virus scan may detect a threat in the System Restore folder even though you have removed the threat.
For instructions on how to turn off System Restore, read your Windows documentation, or one of the following articles:

    * How to disable or enable Windows Me System Restore
    * How to turn off or turn on Windows XP System Restore

Note: When you are completely finished with the removal procedure and are satisfied that the threat has been removed, reenable System Restore by following the instructions in the aforementioned documents.
For additional information, and an alternative to disabling Windows Me System Restore, see the Microsoft Knowledge Base article: Antivirus Tools Cannot Clean Infected Files in the _Restore Folder (Article ID: Q263455).
2. To update the virus definitions
Symantec Security Response fully tests all the virus definitions for quality assurance before they are posted to our servers. There are two ways to obtain the most recent virus definitions:

    * Running LiveUpdate, which is the easiest way to obtain virus definitions: These virus definitions are posted to the LiveUpdate servers once each week (usually on Wednesdays), unless there is a major virus outbreak. To determine whether definitions for this threat are available by LiveUpdate, refer to Virus Definitions (LiveUpdate).
    * Downloading the definitions using the Intelligent Updater: The Intelligent Updater virus definitions are posted daily. You should download the definitions from the Symantec Security Response Web site and manually install them. To determine whether definitions for this threat are available by the Intelligent Updater, refer to Virus Definitions (Intelligent Updater).

The latest Intelligent Updater virus definitions can be obtained here: Intelligent Updater virus definitions. For detailed instructions read the document: How to update virus definition files using the Intelligent Updater.
3. To scan for and repair the infected files
a. Start your Symantec antivirus software and make sure that it is configured to scan all the files.

    * For Norton AntiVirus consumer products: Read the document, "How to configure Norton AntiVirus to scan all files."
    * For Symantec AntiVirus Enterprise products: Read the document, "How to verify that a Symantec corporate antivirus product is set to scan all files."

b. Run a full system scan.
c. If any files are detected, click Repair (if available). If there is no Repair option, click Delete.
Important: If you are unable to start your Symantec antivirus product or the product reports that it cannot repair or delete a detected file, you may need to stop the risk from running in order to remove it. To do this, run the scan in Safe mode. For instructions, read the document, How to start the computer in Safe Mode. Once you have restarted in Safe mode, run the scan again.
After the files are repaired or deleted, restart the computer in Normal mode.
4. To submit the files to Symantec Security Response
Symantec Security Response suggests that you submit any files that are detected as generic to Symantec Security Response. For instructions on how to do this, read the following documents:

    * Norton AntiVirus: How to submit a file to Symantec Security Response using Scan and Deliver.
    * Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition and Norton AntiVirus Corporate Edition: How to submit a file to Symantec Security Response using Scan and Deliver.

Hacktool.PWSteal

Hacktool.PWSteal
Detected As: Hacktool.PWSteal
This threat is detected by the latest Virus Definitions.
All computer users should employ safe computing practices, including:

    * Keeping your Virus Definitions updated.
    * Installing Norton AntiVirus program updates, when available.
    * Deleting suspicious looking emails.

You may also scan your PC for threats now, by using the free online Symantec Security Check.
To ensure complete protection against viruses and similar threats, please review Symantec's product offerings for Home & Home Office, Small & Mid-Sized Business and Enterprise users.
Removal Instructions
The following instructions pertain to all current and recent Symantec antivirus products, including the Symantec AntiVirus and Norton AntiVirus product lines.

   1. Disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP).
   2. Update the virus definitions.
   3. Run a full system scan and delete all the files detected.
   4. Submit the files to Symantec Security Response.

For specific details on each of these steps, read the following instructions.
1. To disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP)
If you are running Windows Me or Windows XP, we recommend that you temporarily turn off System Restore. Windows Me/XP uses this feature, which is enabled by default, to restore the files on your computer in case they become damaged. If a virus, worm, or Trojan infects a computer, System Restore may back up the virus, worm, or Trojan on the computer.
Windows prevents outside programs, including antivirus programs, from modifying System Restore. Therefore, antivirus programs or tools cannot remove threats in the System Restore folder. As a result, System Restore has the potential of restoring an infected file on your computer, even after you have cleaned the infected files from all the other locations.
Also, a virus scan may detect a threat in the System Restore folder even though you have removed the threat.
For instructions on how to turn off System Restore, read your Windows documentation, or one of the following articles:

    * How to disable or enable Windows Me System Restore
    * How to turn off or turn on Windows XP System Restore

Note: When you are completely finished with the removal procedure and are satisfied that the threat has been removed, reenable System Restore by following the instructions in the aforementioned documents.
For additional information, and an alternative to disabling Windows Me System Restore, see the Microsoft Knowledge Base article: Antivirus Tools Cannot Clean Infected Files in the _Restore Folder (Article ID: Q263455).
2. To update the virus definitions
Symantec Security Response fully tests all the virus definitions for quality assurance before they are posted to our servers. There are two ways to obtain the most recent virus definitions:

    * Running LiveUpdate, which is the easiest way to obtain virus definitions: These virus definitions are posted to the LiveUpdate servers once each week (usually on Wednesdays), unless there is a major virus outbreak. To determine whether definitions for this threat are available by LiveUpdate, refer to Virus Definitions (LiveUpdate).
    * Downloading the definitions using the Intelligent Updater: The Intelligent Updater virus definitions are posted daily. You should download the definitions from the Symantec Security Response Web site and manually install them. To determine whether definitions for this threat are available by the Intelligent Updater, refer to Virus Definitions (Intelligent Updater).

The latest Intelligent Updater virus definitions can be obtained here: Intelligent Updater virus definitions. For detailed instructions read the document: How to update virus definition files using the Intelligent Updater.
3. To scan for and repair the infected files
a. Start your Symantec antivirus software and make sure that it is configured to scan all the files.

    * For Norton AntiVirus consumer products: Read the document, "How to configure Norton AntiVirus to scan all files."
    * For Symantec AntiVirus Enterprise products: Read the document, "How to verify that a Symantec corporate antivirus product is set to scan all files."

b. Run a full system scan.
c. If any files are detected, click Repair (if available). If there is no Repair option, click Delete.
Important: If you are unable to start your Symantec antivirus product or the product reports that it cannot repair or delete a detected file, you may need to stop the risk from running in order to remove it. To do this, run the scan in Safe mode. For instructions, read the document, How to start the computer in Safe Mode. Once you have restarted in Safe mode, run the scan again.
After the files are repaired or deleted, restart the computer in Normal mode.
4. To submit the files to Symantec Security Response
Symantec Security Response suggests that you submit any files that are detected as generic to Symantec Security Response. For instructions on how to do this, read the following documents:

    * Norton AntiVirus: How to submit a file to Symantec Security Response using Scan and Deliver.
    * Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition and Norton AntiVirus Corporate Edition: How to submit a file to Symantec Security Response using Scan and Deliver.

Hacktool.Sniffer

Hacktool.Sniffer
Detected As: Hacktool.Sniffer
This threat is detected by the latest Virus Definitions.
All computer users should employ safe computing practices, including:

    * Keeping your Virus Definitions updated.
    * Installing Norton AntiVirus program updates, when available.
    * Deleting suspicious looking emails.

You may also scan your PC for threats now, by using the free online Symantec Security Check.
To ensure complete protection against viruses and similar threats, please review Symantec's product offerings for Home & Home Office, Small & Mid-Sized Business and Enterprise users.
Removal Instructions
The following instructions pertain to all current and recent Symantec antivirus products, including the Symantec AntiVirus and Norton AntiVirus product lines.

   1. Disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP).
   2. Update the virus definitions.
   3. Run a full system scan and delete all the files detected.
   4. Submit the files to Symantec Security Response.

For specific details on each of these steps, read the following instructions.
1. To disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP)
If you are running Windows Me or Windows XP, we recommend that you temporarily turn off System Restore. Windows Me/XP uses this feature, which is enabled by default, to restore the files on your computer in case they become damaged. If a virus, worm, or Trojan infects a computer, System Restore may back up the virus, worm, or Trojan on the computer.
Windows prevents outside programs, including antivirus programs, from modifying System Restore. Therefore, antivirus programs or tools cannot remove threats in the System Restore folder. As a result, System Restore has the potential of restoring an infected file on your computer, even after you have cleaned the infected files from all the other locations.
Also, a virus scan may detect a threat in the System Restore folder even though you have removed the threat.
For instructions on how to turn off System Restore, read your Windows documentation, or one of the following articles:

    * How to disable or enable Windows Me System Restore
    * How to turn off or turn on Windows XP System Restore

Note: When you are completely finished with the removal procedure and are satisfied that the threat has been removed, reenable System Restore by following the instructions in the aforementioned documents.
For additional information, and an alternative to disabling Windows Me System Restore, see the Microsoft Knowledge Base article: Antivirus Tools Cannot Clean Infected Files in the _Restore Folder (Article ID: Q263455).
2. To update the virus definitions
Symantec Security Response fully tests all the virus definitions for quality assurance before they are posted to our servers. There are two ways to obtain the most recent virus definitions:

    * Running LiveUpdate, which is the easiest way to obtain virus definitions: These virus definitions are posted to the LiveUpdate servers once each week (usually on Wednesdays), unless there is a major virus outbreak. To determine whether definitions for this threat are available by LiveUpdate, refer to Virus Definitions (LiveUpdate).
    * Downloading the definitions using the Intelligent Updater: The Intelligent Updater virus definitions are posted daily. You should download the definitions from the Symantec Security Response Web site and manually install them. To determine whether definitions for this threat are available by the Intelligent Updater, refer to Virus Definitions (Intelligent Updater).

The latest Intelligent Updater virus definitions can be obtained here: Intelligent Updater virus definitions. For detailed instructions read the document: How to update virus definition files using the Intelligent Updater.
3. To scan for and repair the infected files
a. Start your Symantec antivirus software and make sure that it is configured to scan all the files.

    * For Norton AntiVirus consumer products: Read the document, "How to configure Norton AntiVirus to scan all files."
    * For Symantec AntiVirus Enterprise products: Read the document, "How to verify that a Symantec corporate antivirus product is set to scan all files."

b. Run a full system scan.
c. If any files are detected, click Repair (if available). If there is no Repair option, click Delete.
Important: If you are unable to start your Symantec antivirus product or the product reports that it cannot repair or delete a detected file, you may need to stop the risk from running in order to remove it. To do this, run the scan in Safe mode. For instructions, read the document, How to start the computer in Safe Mode. Once you have restarted in Safe mode, run the scan again.
After the files are repaired or deleted, restart the computer in Normal mode.
4. To submit the files to Symantec Security Response
Symantec Security Response suggests that you submit any files that are detected as generic to Symantec Security Response. For instructions on how to do this, read the following documents:

    * Norton AntiVirus: How to submit a file to Symantec Security Response using Scan and Deliver.
    * Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition and Norton AntiVirus Corporate Edition: How to submit a file to Symantec Security Response using Scan and Deliver.

Buttman.Trojan (serious)

Buttman.Trojan
Detected As: Buttman.Trojan
This threat is detected by the latest Virus Definitions.
All computer users should employ safe computing practices, including:

    * Keeping your Virus Definitions updated.
    * Installing Norton AntiVirus program updates, when available.
    * Deleting suspicious looking emails.

You may also scan your PC for threats now, by using the free online Symantec Security Check.
To ensure complete protection against viruses and similar threats, please review Symantec's product offerings for Home & Home Office, Small & Mid-Sized Business and Enterprise users.
Removal Instructions
The following instructions pertain to all current and recent Symantec antivirus products, including the Symantec AntiVirus and Norton AntiVirus product lines.

   1. Disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP).
   2. Update the virus definitions.
   3. Run a full system scan and delete all the files detected.
   4. Submit the files to Symantec Security Response.

For specific details on each of these steps, read the following instructions.
1. To disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP)
If you are running Windows Me or Windows XP, we recommend that you temporarily turn off System Restore. Windows Me/XP uses this feature, which is enabled by default, to restore the files on your computer in case they become damaged. If a virus, worm, or Trojan infects a computer, System Restore may back up the virus, worm, or Trojan on the computer.
Windows prevents outside programs, including antivirus programs, from modifying System Restore. Therefore, antivirus programs or tools cannot remove threats in the System Restore folder. As a result, System Restore has the potential of restoring an infected file on your computer, even after you have cleaned the infected files from all the other locations.
Also, a virus scan may detect a threat in the System Restore folder even though you have removed the threat.
For instructions on how to turn off System Restore, read your Windows documentation, or one of the following articles:

    * How to disable or enable Windows Me System Restore
    * How to turn off or turn on Windows XP System Restore

Note: When you are completely finished with the removal procedure and are satisfied that the threat has been removed, reenable System Restore by following the instructions in the aforementioned documents.
For additional information, and an alternative to disabling Windows Me System Restore, see the Microsoft Knowledge Base article: Antivirus Tools Cannot Clean Infected Files in the _Restore Folder (Article ID: Q263455).
2. To update the virus definitions
Symantec Security Response fully tests all the virus definitions for quality assurance before they are posted to our servers. There are two ways to obtain the most recent virus definitions:

    * Running LiveUpdate, which is the easiest way to obtain virus definitions: These virus definitions are posted to the LiveUpdate servers once each week (usually on Wednesdays), unless there is a major virus outbreak. To determine whether definitions for this threat are available by LiveUpdate, refer to Virus Definitions (LiveUpdate).
    * Downloading the definitions using the Intelligent Updater: The Intelligent Updater virus definitions are posted daily. You should download the definitions from the Symantec Security Response Web site and manually install them. To determine whether definitions for this threat are available by the Intelligent Updater, refer to Virus Definitions (Intelligent Updater).

The latest Intelligent Updater virus definitions can be obtained here: Intelligent Updater virus definitions. For detailed instructions read the document: How to update virus definition files using the Intelligent Updater.
3. To scan for and repair the infected files
a. Start your Symantec antivirus software and make sure that it is configured to scan all the files.

    * For Norton AntiVirus consumer products: Read the document, "How to configure Norton AntiVirus to scan all files."
    * For Symantec AntiVirus Enterprise products: Read the document, "How to verify that a Symantec corporate antivirus product is set to scan all files."

b. Run a full system scan.
c. If any files are detected, click Repair (if available). If there is no Repair option, click Delete.
Important: If you are unable to start your Symantec antivirus product or the product reports that it cannot repair or delete a detected file, you may need to stop the risk from running in order to remove it. To do this, run the scan in Safe mode. For instructions, read the document, How to start the computer in Safe Mode. Once you have restarted in Safe mode, run the scan again.
After the files are repaired or deleted, restart the computer in Normal mode.
4. To submit the files to Symantec Security Response
Symantec Security Response suggests that you submit any files that are detected as generic to Symantec Security Response. For instructions on how to do this, read the following documents:

    * Norton AntiVirus: How to submit a file to Symantec Security Response using Scan and Deliver.
    * Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition and Norton AntiVirus Corporate Edition: How to submit a file to Symantec Security Response using Scan and Deliver.

Trojans !!

Backdoor.Poly
Detected As: Backdoor.Poly
This threat is detected by the latest Virus Definitions.
All computer users should employ safe computing practices, including:

    * Keeping your Virus Definitions updated.
    * Installing Norton AntiVirus program updates, when available.
    * Deleting suspicious looking emails.

You may also scan your PC for threats now, by using the free online Symantec Security Check.
To ensure complete protection against viruses and similar threats, please review Symantec's product offerings for Home & Home Office, Small & Mid-Sized Business and Enterprise users.
Removal Instructions
The following instructions pertain to all current and recent Symantec antivirus products, including the Symantec AntiVirus and Norton AntiVirus product lines.

   1. Disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP).
   2. Update the virus definitions.
   3. Run a full system scan and delete all the files detected.
   4. Submit the files to Symantec Security Response.

For specific details on each of these steps, read the following instructions.
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Traceing an IP !!

Tracing An Ip

Introduction

In here I have figure out some very easy but cool ways to trace out the geographical location and various other infos like ISP details etc of a remote computer using its IP.

Well I guess its one of the most important must learn manul for boys out there if you want to impress your friends particularly gals whom you’ll meet online in a chat room and tell them their geographical locations and ISP details and make them surprised and impressed J.

In the practical execution of this manual you don’t have to work much as it is very simple only you have to use your brain to understand some symbols and some format of expressions and use your IQ to execute things the right way.

What is IP and how to get the IP of a remote system

Getting the IP or Internet Protocol of a remote system is the most important and the first step of hacking into it. Probably it is the first thing a hacker do to get info for researching on a system. Well IP is a unique number assigned to each computer on a network. It is this unique address which represents the system on the network. Generally the IP of a particular system changes each time you log on to the network by dialing to your ISP and it is assigned to you by your ISP. IP of a system which is always on the network remains generally the same. Generally those kind of systems are most likely to suffer a hacking attack because of its stable IP. Using IP you can even execute system commands on the victim’s computer.

Lets take the example of the following IP address: 202.144.49.110 Now the first part, the numbers before the first decimal i.e. 209 is the Network number or the Network Prefix.. This means that it identifies the number of the network in which the host is. The second part i.e. 144 is the Host Number that is it identifies the number of the host within the Network. This means that in the same Network, the network number is same. In order to provide flexibility in the size of the Network, here are different classes of IP addresses:
Code:

Code:

Address Class               Dotted Decimal Notation Ranges

Class A ( /8 Prefixes)         1.xxx.xxx.xxx through 126.xxx.xxx.xxx

Class B ( /16 Prefixes)        128.0.xxx.xxx through 191.255.xxx.xxx

Class C ( /24 Prefixes)        192.0.0.xxx through 223.255.255.xxx

The various classes will be clearer after reading the next few lines.

Each Class A Network Address contains a 8 bit Network Prefix followed by a 24-bit host number. They are considered to be primitive. They are referred to as "/8''s" or just "8's" as they have an 8-bit Network prefix.

In a Class B Network Address there is a 16 bit Network Prefix followed by a 16-bit Host number. It is referred to as "16's".

A class C Network address contains a 24-bit Network Prefix and a 8 bit Host number. It is referred to as

"24's" and is commonly used by most ISP's.

Due to the growing size of the Internet the Network Administrators faced many problems. The Internet routing tables were beginning to grow and now the administrators had to request another network number from the Internet before a new network could be installed at their site. This is where sub-netting came in.

Now if your ISP is a big one and if it provides you with dynamic IP addresses then you will most probably see that whenever you log on to the net, your IP address will have the same first 24 bits and only the last 8 bits will keep changing. This is due to the fact that when sub-netting comes in then the IP Addresses structure becomes:

xxx.xxx.zzz.yyy

where the first 2 parts are Network Prefix numbers and the zzz is the Subnet number and the yyy is the host number. So you are always connected to the same Subnet within the same Network. As a result the first 3 parts will remain the same and only the last part i.e. yyy is variable.

***********************

For Example, if say an ISP xyz is given the IP: 203.98.12.xx Network address then you can be awarded any IP, whose first three fields are 203.98.12. Get it?

So, basically this means that each ISP has a particular range in which to allocate all its subscribers. Or in other words, all subscribers or all people connected to the internet using the same ISP, will have to be in this range. This in effect would mean that all people using the same ISP are likely to have the same first three fields of their IP Addresses.

This means that if you have done a lot of (By this I really mean a lot) of research, then you could figure out which ISP a person is using by simply looking at his IP. The ISP name could then be used to figure out the city and the country of the person. Right? Let me take an example to stress as to how cumbersome but easy (once the research is done) the above method can be.

In my country, say there are three main ISP’s:

Code:

ISP Name                Network Address Allotted

ISP I                      203.94.47.xx

ISP II                     202.92.12.xx

ISP III                    203.91.35.xx

Now, if I get to know the IP of an e-pal of mine, and it reads: 203.91.35.12, then I can pretty easily figure out that he uses ISP III to connect to the internet. Right? You might say that any idiot would be able to do this. Well, yes and no. You see, the above method of finding out the ISP of a person was successful only because we already had the ISP and Network Address Allotted list with us. So, what my point is, that the above method can be successful only after a lot of research and experimentation. And, I do think such research can be helpful sometimes.

Also, this would not work, if you take it all on in larger scale. What if the IP that you have belongs to someone living in a remote igloo in the North Pole? You could not possibly get the Network Addresses of all the ISP’s in the world, could you? If yes please send it to me J.

Well now I guess you have pretty good knowledge about what an IP is and what you can do by knowing the IP of a remote system. Now lets come to the point of finding out the IP of remote system.

Well you can easily figure out the IP of a remote system using the netstat utility available in the microsoft’s version of DOS. The netstat command shows the connections in which your system is engaged to and the ports they are using. Suppose you are checking your mail in hotmail and you want to find out the IP of msn. All you need to do is to open a dos window (command.com) and type netstat. You will see all the open connections of your system. There you will see something :

Code:

Proto  Local Address          Foreign Address              State

  TCP    abhisek:1031          64.4.xx.xx:80

ESTABLISHED
Now you got the IP address of hotmail *** 64.4.xx.xx .

Similarly you can figure out the IP address of most http or ftp connections.

To know your own IP type the following command in a dos windows

C:\netstat –n

[this commands converts the IP name into IP addresses]

this is what you will probably see on typing the above command :

Code:

Proto    Local Address          Foreign Address        State

  TCP    203.xx.251.161:1031    194.1.129.227:21       ESTABLISHED

  TCP    203.xx.251.161:1043    207.138.41.181:80      FIN_WAIT_2

  TCP    203.xx.251.161:1053    203.94.243.71:110      TIME_WAIT

  TCP    203.xx.251.161:1058    194.1.129.227:20       TIME_WAIT

  TCP    203.xx.251.161:1069    203.94.243.71:110      TIME_WAIT

  TCP    203.xx.251.161:1071    194.98.93.244:80       ESTABLISHED

  TCP    203.xx.251.161:1078    203.94.243.71:110      TIME_WAIT

Here 203.xx.251.161 is your IP address.

Now lets clarify the format used by netstat :

Proto : It shows the type of protocol the connection with the remote system is using.

Here TCP (transmission control protocol) is the protocol used by my system to connect to other systems.

Local Address : It shows the local address ie the local IP. When the netstat command is executed without –n switch then the name of the local system is displayed and when the netstat is executed with –n switch then the IP of the local system is displayed. Here you can also find out the port used by the connection.

xxx.yyy.zzz.aaa:1024

in this format you will see the local address. Here 1024 is the port to which the remote system is connected in your system

Foreign Address :: It shows the IP address of the remote system to which your system is connected. In this case also if the netstat command is excuted with –n switch then you directly get the IP of the victim but if the netstat is executed without –n switch then you will get the address of the remote system. Something like

C:\netstat

Proto Local Address Foreign Address State

TCP abhisek:1031 msgr.lw4.gs681.hotmail.com:80 ESTABLISHED

Here msgr.lw4.gs681.hotmail.com is the address of the foreign system . putting this address in any IP lookup program and doing a whois lookup will reveal the IP of the remote system.

Note: The port to which your system is connected can be found from this in the same way as I have shown in the case of local address. The difference is that, this is the port of the remote system to which your computer is connected to.

Below I have produced a list of ports and popular services generally found to be running.

21 :: FTP port

80 :: http port

23 :: Telnet port

Note: If your execute the netstat command and find ports like 12345,27374 are open and are in use then make it sure that your sweat heart computer is infected with her boyfriend.. J J J J I mean your computer is infected with some sort of Trojan.

Below I have produced a list of commonly known Trojans and the ports they use by default. So if you find these ports open then get a good virus buster and get these stupid servers of the Trojans kicked out. Well if you want to play with these Trojan by keeping them in your computer but not letting them ruin your system performance then just disble it from the system registry run and they wont be loaded to memory each time when windows starts up[This trick doesn’t work for all Trojans].

Code:

Netbus            ::          12345(TCP)

Subseven          ::          27374(TCP)

Girl Friend       ::          21554(TCP)

Back Oriface      ::          31337 (UDP)

Well guys and gals I hope you are now well familiar with the term IP and what is the utility of IP in cyber world and how to get the IP of a remote system to which you are connected. I hope you find my writings very easy to undertstand. I know I lack the capacity of explaining myself but I try my level best to make things very easy and clear for you’ll.

How to get the IP of a remote system while chatting through msn messenger ::

This is a tutorial on how to get IP address from MSN messenger. This is actually a really easy thing to do. It is not like going through the hard time and reversing MSN messenger like many people think.

The IP address is only given when you accept or are sending a file through MSN messenger. When you send IM's, the message is sent through the server thus hiding your victims IP and your. But when you send a file or recieve a file, it is direct connection between the two computers.

To obtain the IP accept a file transfer or send a file to the victim, when the file sending is under way from the dos prompt type "netstat" without the quotation marks. You should get a table like this:

Proto Local Address Foreign Address State
TCP kick:1033 msgr-ns29.msgr.hotmail.com:1863 ESTABLISHED
TCP kick:1040 msgr-sb36.msgr.hotmail.com:1863 ESTABLISHED
TCP kick: <REMOTE HOST> ESTABLISHED

The top name in the list is the server's address for IMing. There could be many of the second name in the list, as a new connection is made to the server for every room you are IMing to. You are looking for the address of the remote host in this table it may be something similar to "host63-7-102-226.ppp.cal.vsnl.com" or “203..64.90.6”. without the quotation marks.

All you need to do now is to put this address in you IP lookup programe and get the IP of the remote system.

Well 50%of the work is done now. Now you know how to get the IP of a remote system, so its time to trace it down and find some details about the IP.

Tracing an IP is quite simple. You can do it the easy way by using some sweet softwares like Visual Trace 6.0b

ftp://ftp.visualware.com/pub/vr/vr.exe

Neotrace

http://www.neoworx.com/download/NTX325.exe

or by our way ie. Using MS DOS or any other version of DOS.

Well I suggest you to use DOS and its tracert tool for tracing the IP cause using it will give you a clear conception about the art of tracing an IP and I guarantee that you will feel much satisfied on success than using a silly software. Furthur you will know how things work and how the IP is traced down and the different networks associated in this tracing process.

Let us take a look at tracert tool provided for DOS by Microsoft.

It is a very handy tool for peoples need to trace down an IP.

Just open any DOS windows and type tracert.

C:\windows>tracert

Usage: tracert [-d] [-h maximum_hops] [-j host-list] [-w timeout] target_name

Code:

Options:

    -d                 Do not resolve addresses to hostnames.

    -h maximum_hops    Maximum number of hops to search for target.

    -j host-list       Loose source route along host-list.

    -w timeout         Wait timeout milliseconds for each reply.

You will now see a description of the tracert command and the switches associated with it.

Well these switches doesn’t makes much difference. All you can do is to increase the timeout in milliseconds by using –w switch if you are using a slow connection and the –d switch if you wish not resolve address to hostnames by default.

By default tracert performs a maximum of 30 hops trace. Using the –h switch you can specify the number of hops to perform.

Now its time for execution.

Let us trace down the IP yahoo.com [216.115.108.243]

TIP: If you have done a long research (I mean a lot) then simply looking at the IP you can figure out some info from it. For example the IP 203.90.68.8 indicates that the system is in India. In India IPs generally begin with 203 and 202

C:\WINDOWS>tracert yahoo.com

Tracing route to yahoo.com [216.115.108.243] over a maximum of 30 hops:

Code:

1   308 ms   142 ms   127 ms  203.94.246.35

  2   140 ms   135 ms     *     203.94.246.1

  3   213 ms   134 ms   132 ms  203.94.255.33

  4   134 ms   130 ms   129 ms  203.200.64.29

  5   122 ms   135 ms   131 ms  203.200.87.75

  6   141 ms   137 ms   121 ms  203.200.87.15

  7   143 ms   170 ms   154 ms  vsb-delhi-stm1.Bbone.vsnl.net.in [202.54.2.241]

  8   565 ms   589 ms   568 ms  if-7-0.bb8.NewYork.Teleglobe.net [207.45.198.65]

  9   596 ms   584 ms   600 ms  if-3-0.core2.NewYork.teleglobe.net [207.45.221.66]

 10     *        *        *     Request timed out.

 11   703 ms   701 ms   719 ms  if-3-0.core2.PaloAlto.Teleglobe.net [64.86.83.205]

 12   694 ms   683 ms   681 ms  if-6-1.core1.PaloAlto.Teleglobe.net [207.45.202.33]

 13   656 ms   677 ms   700 ms  ix-5-0.core1.PaloAlto.Teleglobe.net [207.45.196.90]

 14   667 ms   673 ms   673 ms  ge-1-3-0.msr1.pao.yahoo.com [216.115.100.150]

 15   653 ms   673 ms   673 ms  vl20.bas1.snv.yahoo.com [216.115.100.225]

 16   666 ms   676 ms   674 ms  yahoo.com [216.115.108.243]

Trace complete.

Note: Here I have traced yahoo.com. In place of yahoo.com you can give the IP of yahoo or any other IP you want to trace, the result will be the same.

Now carefully looking at the results you can figure out many information about yahoo’s server [216.115.108.243]

First packets of data leave my ISP which is at 203.94.246.35 .Similarly you can find out the different routers through which the packets of data are send and received to and from the target system. Now take a look at the 13th line you’ll see that the router is in PaloAlto.Teleglobe.net from this you can easily figure out that the router is in Palo Alto. Now finally look at the target system ie. Yahoo’s server vl20.bas1.snv.yahoo.com . Now you got the address of yahoo’s server. Now put this address in any IP lookup programe and perform and reverse DNS lookup and you will get most of the info about this address,like the place where it is in.

Well another thing you can find out using the tracert tool is that the number of hops (routers) the target system is away from you. In case of tracerouting yahoo.com we find that the target system ie yahoo’s server is 16 hops away from my system. This indicates that there are 16 routers between my system and yahoo’s server.

Apart from tracing an IP you can find out many usefull details about the target system using the tracert tool.

Firewall Detection

While tracerouting a target system, if you get * as an output then it indicates timeout error. Now if you peform another tracerout to the same taeget system at some other time with a good connection and in this way few times more and if you always get * as the output then take it for sure that the target system is running a firewall which prevents sending of data packets from the target system.

Example

Some days ago I tried to tracert hotmail’s server in plain and simple way using tracert without any trick.This is what I found out :

c:\windows>tracert 64.4.53.7

Tracing route to lc2.law5.hotmail.com [64.4.53.7]

over a maximum of 30 hops:

Code:

 1     *        *        *     Request timed out.

  2   161 ms   147 ms    85 ms  203.90.69.81

  3   126 ms   261 ms   219 ms  203.90.66.9

  4   121 ms   115 ms   228 ms  delswp2.hclinfinet.com [203.90.66.133]

  5   727 ms   725 ms   711 ms  203-195-147-250.now-india.net.in [203.195.147.250]

  6  1006 ms   794 ms   952 ms  core-fae-0-0.now-india.net.in [203.195.147.3]

  7   826 ms   731 ms   819 ms  213.232.106.9

  8   885 ms   744 ms   930 ms  213.166.3.209

  9   851 ms  1020 ms  1080 ms  213.232.64.54

 10  1448 ms   765 ms  1114 ms  pos8-0.core2.London1.Level3.net [212.113.0.118]

 11   748 ms   789 ms   750 ms  ge-4-2-1.mp2.London1.Level3.net [212.187.131.146]

 12   719 ms   733 ms   846 ms  so-3-0-0.mp1.London2.Level3.net [212.187.128.46]

 13   775 ms   890 ms   829 ms  so-1-0-0.mp2.Weehawken1.Level3.net [212.187.128.138]

 14   853 ms   852 ms   823 ms  so-3-0-0.mp1.SanJose1.Level3.net [64.159.1.129]

 15   889 ms   816 ms   803 ms  so-7-0-0.gar1.SanJose1.Level3.net [64.159.1.74]

 16     *        *        *     Request timed out.

 17     *        *        *     Request timed out.

 18     *        *        *     Request timed out.

 19     *        *        *     Request timed out.

 20     *        *        *     Request timed out.

 21     *        *        *     Request timed out.

 22     *        *        *     Request timed out.

 23     *        *        *     Request timed out.

 24     *        *        *     Request timed out.

 25     *        *        *     Request timed out.

 26     *        *        *     Request timed out.

 27     *        *        *     Request timed out.

 28     *        *        *     Request timed out.

 29     *        *        *     Request timed out.

 30     *        *        *     Request timed out.

Trace complete.

I performed the same tracert many times a day but concluded with the same result. This indicates that the systems after the router SanJose1.Level3.net has firewalls installed which prevents the outgoing of data packets.

Detecting Traceroute Attempts on your System

You can detect that an attacker is performing a traceroute on your system, if you see the following symptoms:
1. If you observe port scans on very high UDP ports. This symptom means that the attacker has performed a traceroute on your system. However, it could also mean a simply port scan. Either way, it signifies the fact that your system is being scanned.
2. If the packet-monitoring tool installed in your network, picks up several outgoing TTL-exceeding messages, then it is yet another sign that someone is doing a traceroute on your system.
3. If in these log files, you also observer an outgoing ICMP port unreachable error message, then it means that since a traceroute was done on your system and as the target system i.e. your system, was reached, it responded with this error message.

You can also find our more information on the attacker (if he performs a traceroute on your system) by simply studying the sniffer log files. If you observer the TTL values, then we can easily figure out the following information on the attacker by making use of OS detection techniques discussed earlier in this white paper:

1. The Operating System running on the attacker’s target system.
2. Number of hops away, the attacker is from you.

OKI DOKI that’s all for this article. Hope you will find this article very easy to understand and implement.