BHO/Backdoor/Hijacker/Dyfuca.cj

Alias: DyFuCA.Internet Optimizer, All-In-One Telcom, Spyware/Dyfuca, TrojanDownloader.Win32.Dyfuca.de, Win32/TrojanDownloader.Dyfica.NAA trojan

Description: BHO/Backdoor/Hijacker/Dyfuca.cj is an error page hijacker. May be installed by MoneyTree/DyFuCA.

Threat type:

BHO - A Browser Helper Object (BHO) is a software application that runs automatically whenever you start Internet Explorer. Browser Helper Objects are typically installed by other programs such as toolbar accessories and can track internet usage, create popup windows, display additional information on a viewed page and collect information that is transmitted by you over the internet. Malicious software that exploits this technology can replace banner advertisements with other ads, monitor your actions, change your home page, etc.

Backdoor - A Backdoor is an undocumented or secret means that can be used to obtain unauthorized access to your computer, or a malicious program that uses such a means to penetrate a computer system. Backdoor applications exploit vulnerabilities of installed programs or operating system and allow attackers to gain control over your computer system. Backdoor works in the background and hides from the user. It is always a high security risk.

Downloader - A Downloader is a software application or part of the program which is designed to retrieve (download) and install additional files from the Internet. Malware programs often include Downloaders which allow the Malware to continually update themselves, thereby eluding detection.

Hijacker - A Hijacker is a software application that takes control of your browser's settings. Usually it changes your home page and redirects it to some unknown site or modifies your search settings. It prevents you from changing back your browser's settings. An infected browser usually operates much slower.

Advice: Remove This is a very high risk threat and should be removed immediately as to prevent harm to your computer or your privacy.

Detection:
SpyNoMore detects BHO/Backdoor/Hijacker/Dyfuca.cj: Yes

Threat risk: Medium Risk

Potentially dangerous malware. May collect sensitive user information and broadcast data back to a server with "opt-out" permission. Category includes most adware programs.

Symptoms:

BHO/Backdoor/Hijacker/Dyfuca.cj changes browser settings.

BHO/Backdoor/Hijacker/Dyfuca.cj hides from the user and stays resident in background.

BHO/Backdoor/Hijacker/Dyfuca.cj Signature Details: The following information includes some of the standard signatures associated with this spyware threat. Please do not attempt to manually remove these items from your computer; Removing these items incorrectly or partially can cause your computer to experience critical errors, prevent your computer from restarting or cause loss of Internet connectivity. Should you be infected with BHO/Backdoor/Hijacker/Dyfuca.cj, you can clean your computer by downloading SpyNoMore now.

Running Process Signatures:
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File Signatures:


Registered Dll (Dynamic Link Library) Signatures:
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Folder Signatures:
%PROGRAM_FILES%\internet optimizer

Registry Signatures:


SpyNoMore Collected Residual File Signatures:
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See Also:
BHO/NetPal.PrizePopper
BHO/Toolbar/IEMonit
Spyware/SAHAgent
Downloader/TrueWeather Download Manager
Trojan/Worm/Backdoor/Dumador.c
Adware/Internet Explorer
Adware/Infotel srl
Hacker Tool/123 Write All Stored Passwords
Flooder/7th Sphere
Nuker/Administrator's NightMare for Solaris