Remote Administration Tool is a special kind of hacker spyware, used for remote access and control of other people's computers. The attacker infects the PC via the e-mail or File and Print Sharing. A "server" allows him to connect via a "client" on his own machine. The functions of a RAT may vary, depending on the needs of the hacker. Created by a Russian group of hackers called LD-Team. The origination date of this RAT is July 2003.
MaCatte Antivirus 2009 is rogue spyware removal program that replicates the legitimate Antivirus program McAfee. It may be secretly installed into your computer by a trojan or downloaded from one of many fraudulent Fake Scanner Sites. Once installed, MaCatte Antivirus "scans" system and displays exaggerated results. It displays annoying pop-up windows and system alerts stating that your computer is infected or is under attack. MaCatte Antivirus tries to intimidate the user into purchasing of "full" version. It may slowdown computer performance, limit internet connection speed and even cause system crashes.
