Hoax.BAT.Alien.gen


Detection added: 10.02.2025 17:53:10 (GMT+2)
MD5: 86D68C9CDC087C76E48A453978B63B7C
SHA1: B8A684A8F125CEB86739FF6438D283DBAFDA714A
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 written in BAT (Batch).
A batch file is intended to automate the execution of multiple commands on a computer
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista, Windows XP, DOS, OS/2


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Take the following steps to help prevent infection on your computer:
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  • 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.