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Insurrection 1.0 Malware: Windows XP

Insurrection 1.0 Malware: Windows XP

Published by DanielGray
06-03-2009

Bug Insurrection 1.0 Malware: Windows XP

The Insurrection is categorized as a backdoor spyware, it records the log in of a user and searches for vital information. It catches the keystrokes in real time, the data it is able to fetch is sent to a third party for many mean purposes.

Insurrection 1.0 Penetrating Methods

Like other and most of backdoor penetration, it is acquired through electronic mail attachments. Computers with disabled firewalls that belong to a network are in great possibility of catching this backdoor. Other means of catching the Insurrection 1.0 backdoor is connecting several devices into the computer without aiming scan it first.

How to Avoid Insurrection 1.0 Infections

Scan all devices that are to be connected to the computer in order to eliminate the backdoors and viruses it contains before execution of any file of the said device. Always set passwords for folders or any kind of sharing that is available in Networks. Enable the firewalls of the computer. Choose to download selected files from the internet. Always go for legitimate software. Make scanning the computer regularly a habit.

Insurrection 1.0 Infection Symptoms

Noticeably, an infected computer may slow down concerning with its performance. Programs and files may be missing or corrupted. The internet explorer may be redirected to other websites. Internet explorer homepage may be changed. New programs may be automatically installed from time to time. Another symptom of infection is when the computer is being controlled by a distant user, such as the open close of drives, unstoppable execution of browsers.

Insurrection 1.0 Effects

The Insurrection Backdoors could change software settings or it could totally make programs unreliable. There is a possibility of being hacked when infected by this backdoor. A hacker with much information may take control of one’s computer. Unnecessary programs may be installed; necessary programs and files may be deleted. The Insurrection spyware also has the capability to disable some firewalls, especially those which are not secured. Being infected with the said malware may lead to more infections or additional malicious software.

Easy Insurrection 1.0 Removal

In accordance to several websites, the True Sword Anti-virus is able to remove the files of the malware Insurrection. Install the said Anti-virus and do full system scan to eliminate all folders or files related to the malware. Another suggested anti-virus is, Avast. According to its users, this detects all the files associated with viruses and other malicious software.

How to manually remove Insurrection 1.0

To manually remove the threat, try to erase these subsequent files within the Windows \System directory:
• Isurrection.exe
• icon hacking.txt
• hhsetup.exe
• notifications.txt
• readme.txt
• serverside.exe


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