Hoax.Win64.BadJoke.u


Detection added: 18.01.2025 23:23:31 (GMT+2)
MD5: 19F2F9F101F6A1018E1A37F0AEC62D51
SHA1: 94B2446DD6C11495B9022401BAE8117FF3458A37
Behavior: Hoaxes, bad jokes.
Hoaxes are messages about fake viruses. Containing false or misleading chain, frequently, false virus warnings, known as hoaxes or jokes, circulate on the Internet. They are sent by e-mail with the aim of spreading false rumors and causing alarm among users.


Platform: This malware is the Portable Executable (PE) format (is a file format for executables, object code, DLLs, FON Font files, and others used in 64-bit versions of Windows operating systems).

Systems Affected: Windows XP (x64), Windows Vista (x64), Windows 7 (x64), Windows 8 (x64), Windows 10 (x64), Windows 11 (x64)


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Take the following steps to help prevent infection on your computer:
  • Use up-to-date antivirus software.
  • Get the latest updates for Operating system and your installed software.
  • Use strong passwords and password management software.
  • Use caution when opening attachments, accepting file transfers and clicking on links to webpages.