Packed.JS.XMLPack.f
Detection added: 23.06.2009 16:51:53
Behavior: Packed This is a detection for files that use some kind of runtime packer.
A runtime packer can be used to reduce the size of executable files without the need for an external unpacker. While this can‘t be considered malicious in general, runtime packers are widely used with malicious files since they can prevent a already known malware from detection by an Antivirus product.
Platform: This malware written in JS (Java Script).
Java Script is a script language developed by Netscape. Like VBS, JavaScript is often used in the development of web pages.
NOTE: The hash is only listed for the first detected malicious file. SHA/MD5 hash should not be intended as a security/antivirus solution, instead it provides you an additional information, allowing you to identify known malware files.
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Take the following steps to help prevent infection on your computer:
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