Exploit.JS.Pdfka.auq
Detection added: 27.07.2010 22:40:37
Behavior: Computer security exploit. An exploit is a piece of software, a chunk of data, or sequence of commands that take advantage of a bug, glitch or vulnerability in order to cause unintended or unanticipated behavior to occur on computer software, hardware, or something electronic (usually computerized). This frequently includes such things as violently gaining control of a computer system or allowing privilege escalation or a denial of service attack.
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:
- 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.