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Worm:Win32/Gamarue.AR

First posted on 15 February 2019.
Source: Microsoft

Aliases :

There are no other names known for Worm:Win32/Gamarue.AR.

Explanation :

Installation

It modifies the registry so that it runs each time you start your PC. For example:

In subkey: HKLMsoftwaremicrosoftwindowscurrentversionpoliciesexplorer
un
Sets value: "2633160942"
With data: "%ALLUSERSPROFILE%mszxurmu.exe"   Spreads through...

It can create copies of itself on removable drives, such as USB flash drives.

It also creates an autorun.inf file in the root folder of the removable drive. The file has instructions to launch the malware automatically when the removable drive is connected to a PC with the Autorun feature turned on.

This is a common way for malware to spread. However, autorun.inf files on their own are not necessarily a sign of infection; they are also used by legitimate programs.

Payload Modifies system settings This threat can make changes to the way your PC behaves. It can: Stop alerts when programs try to make changes to your PC. Change how files are shown in File Explorer.

Connects to a remote host

We have seen this threat connect to a remote host, including: funnydeando.com using port 80 icedjungle.com using port 80 Malware can connect to a remote host to do any of the following:Check for an Internet connectionDownload and run files (including updates or other malware)Report a new infection to its authorReceive configuration or other dataReceive instructions from a malicious hackerSearch for your PC locationUpload information taken from your PCValidate a digital certificate This malware description was published using automated analysis of file SHA1 3bd5f2c7fb59d7e510cc322f850d6c652ec79b08.

Last update 15 February 2019

 

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