Downloader-BCF!1D0E2F​FC

This page shows details and results of our analysis on the malware Downloader-BCF!1D0E2FFC

Overview

This is a Trojan detection. Unlike viruses, Trojans do not self-replicate. They are spread manually, often under the premise that they are beneficial or wanted. The most common installation methods involve system or security exploitation, and unsuspecting users manually executing unknown programs. Distribution channels include e-mail, malicious or hacked Web pages, Internet Relay Chat (IRC), peer-to-peer networks, etc.


Minimum DAT

5376 (2008-09-03)

Updated DAT

5376 (2008-09-03)

Minimum Engine

5.3.00

File Length

9294

Description Added

2008-09-04

Description Modified

2008-09-04

Malware Proliferation

Characteristics

File PropertyProperty Value
FileName680d00a3.exe
McAfee DetectionDownloader-BCF
Length9,294 bytes
CRC1D0E2FFC
MD55904C53534B28C41DB2349045821354C
SHA196637E1BDD17D30DBD43BBF9A315720484430D99

Other Common Detection Aliases

Company NameDetection Name
ahnlabWin-Trojan/Downloader.9292.D
avastWin32:Small-JMH [Trj]
AVG (GriSoft)Downloader.Zlob.RZ
AviraTR/Crypt.ULPM.Gen
BitDefenderGenPack:Trojan.Generic.588224
clamavTrojan.Downloader-23647
Dr.WebTrojan.DownLoader.46300
eSafe (Alladin)suspicious Trojan/Worm [101]
EsetWin32/TrojanDownloader.Small.IAW
FortiNetW32/Small.IAW!tr.dldr
F-ProtW32/Downldr2.AXSH
KasperskyTrojan-Downloader.Win32.Small.iaw
microsoftTrojanDownloader:Win32/Matcash.B
normanW32/Smalltroj.CPEE
pandaTrj/Downloader.SQZ
risingTrojan.Win32.Undef.cph
SophosMal/DownLdr-O
SymantecDownloader
Trend MicroTROJ_DLOADR.CS
vba32Trojan-Downloader.Win32.Small.iaw
V-BusterTrojan.DL.Small.ADEZ

Avert® Labs has observed the following system activities:

ActivityRisk Level
Modifies memory of other processes
Critical
Enumerates open windows
Medium
Program often suspends itself
Medium
Uses shared memory of other processes
Low
Writes executable in the windows folder
Low
Performs a shell execute of downloaded or existing files
Informational

System Changes

These are general defaults for typical path variables. (Although they may differ, these examples are common.):
%WinDir% = \WINDOWS (Windows 9x/ME/XP/Vista), \WINNT (Windows NT/2000)
%SystemDir% = \WINDOWS\SYSTEM (Windows 98/ME), \WINDOWS\SYSTEM32 (Windows XP/Vista), \WINNT\SYSTEM32 (Windows NT/2000)
%ProgramFiles% = \Program Files

The following files have been added to the system:

  • %WINDIR%\17pholmes403.exe
  • The applications created the following network connection(s):

  • http
    • hxxp://ymq.a403.wrs.mcboo.com/**************
  • Symptoms

    This symptoms of this detection are the files, registry, and network communication referenced in the characteristics section.

    Method of Infection

    Trojans do not self-replicate. They are spread manually, often under the premise that the executable is something beneficial. Distribution channels include IRC, peer-to-peer networks, newsgroup postings, e-mail, etc.

    Removal

    All Users:

    Please use the following instructions for all supported versions of Windows to remove threats and other potential risks:

    1.Disable System Restore .

    2.Update to current engine and DAT files for detection and removal.

    3.Run a complete system scan.

    Modifications made to the system Registry and/or INI files for the purposes of hooking system startup, will be successfully removed if cleaning with the recommended engine and DAT combination (or higher).

    1. Please go to the Microsoft Recovery Console and restore a clean MBR.

    On windows XP:

    Insert the Windows XP CD into the CD-ROM drive and restart the computer.
    When the "Welcome to Setup" screen appears, press R to start the Recovery Console.
    Select the Windows installation that is compromised and provide the administrator password
    Issue 'fixmbr' command to restore the Master Boot Record
    Follow onscreen instructions
    Reset and remove the CD from CD-ROM drive.


    On Windows Vista and 7:

    Insert the Windows CD into the CD-ROM drive and restart the computer.
    Click on "Repair Your Computer"
    When the System Recovery Options dialog comes up, choose the Command Prompt.
    Issue 'bootrec /fixmbr' command to restore the Master Boot Record
    Follow onscreen instructions
    Reset and remove the CD from CD-ROM drive.

    Variants