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First posted on 25 April 2012.
Source: MicrosoftAliases :
There are no other names known for Trojan:Win32/Sirefef.AH.
Explanation :
Trojan:Win32/Sirefef.AH is a component of Win32/Sirefef - a multi-component family of malware that moderates an affected user's Internet experience by modifying search results, and generates pay-per-click advertising revenue for its controllers. The family consists of multiple parts that perform different functions, such as downloading updates and additional components, hiding existing components, or performing the payload.
Caution: Win32/Sirefef is a dangerous threat that uses advanced stealth techniques in order to hinder its detection and removal. Particular variants of Win32/Sirefef may also make lasting changes to your computer that will NOT be restored - some system files may be irrevocably corrupted and essential security services may be disabled.
As a consequence of being infected with this threat, you may need to reinstall your Windows operating system and other computer programs, and restore your files and data from backup.
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Trojan:Win32/Sirefef.AH is a component of Win32/Sirefef - a multi-component family of malware that moderates an affected user's Internet experience by modifying search results, and generates pay-per-click advertising revenue for its controllers. The family consists of multiple parts that perform different functions, such as downloading updates and additional components, hiding existing components, or performing the payload.
For more information, please see the Win32/Sirefef family entry elsewhere in our encyclopedia.
Last update 25 April 2012
