Threat Database Worms Worm.Agent

Worm.Agent

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Threat Scorecard

Threat Level: 90 % (High)
Infected Computers: 73
First Seen: July 24, 2009
Last Seen: March 2, 2021
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The detection of Worm.Agent on your system indicates a potential threat to your computer's security and integrity. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take immediate action to remove it and prevent future infections.

What Is Worm.Agent?

Worm.Agent is a type of malware that can spread from system to system without the need for human interaction. It is a self-replicating program that can cause significant harm to your computer and data. Worms like Worm.Agent can be designed to steal sensitive information, disrupt system operations, or create backdoors for remote access.

How Worm.Agent Operates

Worm.Agent operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or using social engineering tactics to infect systems. Once inside, it can propagate itself to other systems through network connections, email, or infected software downloads. Worms can also modify system settings, create new files or folders, and interact with other malware to achieve their malicious goals.

Symptoms of Infection

Systems infected with Worm.Agent may exhibit a range of symptoms, including slow performance, frequent crashes, or unexplained changes to system settings. You may also notice unusual network activity, unfamiliar programs or files, or pop-ups and alerts from your security software. In some cases, the infection may not produce any noticeable symptoms, making it essential to rely on regular security scans and updates to detect and remove threats like Worm.Agent.

  • Unexplained changes to system settings or files
  • Slow system performance or frequent crashes
  • Unusual network activity or unfamiliar programs
  • Pop-ups and alerts from security software

How to Remove Worm.Agent

  1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the worm from spreading or interfering with the removal process.
  2. Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect all instances of Worm.Agent.
  3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the infection.
  4. Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons.
  5. Reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure that all remnants of Worm.Agent have been removed.

Conclusion

Removing Worm.Agent from your system requires a combination of technical expertise and caution. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining good security practices, such as regularly updating your software and being cautious when opening email attachments or downloading files, you can reduce the risk of infection and protect your system from future threats. Remember to always use reputable security software and stay informed about the latest malware threats to ensure the integrity and security of your computer and data.

Aliases

15 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.

Antivirus Vendor Detection
Panda Trj/Genetic.gen
AVG Dialer.11.BA
Fortinet Riskware/211
AhnLab-V3 Unwanted/Win32.Dialer
Microsoft Tool:Win32/PornDialer.HJ
Antiy-AVL Porn-Dialer/Win32.Juicy.gen
AntiVir DIAL/Dialer.Gen
Comodo ApplicUnwnt.Win32.PornDialer.GBDialer.A
Sophos Dial/GBDial-A
Kaspersky not-a-virus:Porn-Dialer.Win32.Juicy
Avast Win32:PornDialer-CX [Dialer]
Symantec Dialer.GBDial
McAfee Artemis!DD402666999C
Panda Dialer.Gen
AVG Dialer.VKG

File System Details

Worm.Agent may create the following file(s):
# File Name MD5 Detections
1. magent.exe eba004d51d4ae64b8bb968b3f46d1c64 21
2. mexica.exe 1450e035430c67e009c52d8c84bf082f 3
3. wzrdsyssetup.exe 015cb1433ad5d4f7cfb72fefba6cc36b 0
4. soundmsg.exe 23c1fc48f516a036216ec90a17673cd0 0
5. wawjerbt.exe ac3a4b4ec2c8fc4d7d79ded75db3b865 0
6. lsass.exe 4eddd297eece9f71ed438c936e0d5320 0