With Avira, Internet Explorer exploitation doesn't stand a chance
Wed, 18 February 2009
Through a vulnerability in Internet Explorer, cyber criminals are attempting to smuggle viruses onto the computers of innocent victims
Tettnang, 18 February 2009 – Just last week Microsoft closed another vulnerability in Internet Explorer. Now Internet criminals are attempting to sneak viruses onto computers through this vulnerability.
The link to the website with this malware is located within a Word document that is sent as an attachment to a spam email. When opening the document the malware attempts to access the infected website which uses the vulnerability in Internet Explorer to install the virus. Avira protects against this attack on the computer: The anti-virus solution issues a warning to the user that the webpage is infected with HTML/Rce.Gen.
The infected website attempts to send and install the jc.exe file to the computer. This relates to a Trojan TR/Rincux.AW which Avira's protection solutions specifically recognize using the VDF detection file 7.01.02.40. The virus creates the wininet.dll file in the Windows system directory. In addition, it modifies the system registry in order to be executed with a reboot. It contacts a server on the Internet and at the same time transfers data via the computer.
As often seen recently, criminal manipulators used vulnerabilities for sneaking in malware code shortly after Microsoft published an update for them. As a rule, for starters, companies should check updates after publication for compatibility with the software they use and then install updates onto computers without delay. Cyber criminals are then stopped from spreading their viruses.
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Avira is a leading global provider of self-developed security solutions for professional and private use. With over twenty years of experience, the company is one of the pioneers in this field. The security experts maintain several offices in Germany as well as partnerships in Europe, Asia and America. At its headquarters in Tettnang on the shores of Lake Constance, Avira is one of the largest employers in the region, employing over 180 staff. Around 250 persons are employed across the world, whose dedication is always being rewarded. Avira AntiVir Personal represents a significant contribution towards security and is used a million times by private users.
The domestic and international clientele is formed by well known companies listed on the stock exchange, educational establishments and government authorities. Apart from protecting the virtual environment, Avira promotes the Auerbach Foundation for greater protection and security in the real world. The Auerbach supports charitable and social projects, as well as art, culture and science.
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