Trojan/BHO/Dialer/Dyfuca.ac

Alias: Spyware/Dyfuca, TrojanDownloader.Win32.Dyfuca.ac, Win32/TrojanDownloader.Dyfica.AC trojan, MoneyTree.DyFuCA

Description: Trojan/BHO/Dialer/Dyfuca.ac is used to download dialers, most of them used for porn sites. Dialers are used by a variety of web sites, such as hotactiondating.com. When Trojan/BHO/Dialer/Dyfuca.ac is installed, any web page may download and execute harmful code from MoneyTree servers.

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.

Dialer - A Dialer is a software application that dials long distance phone numbers. Dialers modify your dial-up settings and make very expensive long distance phone calls without user's permission. The user will be billed for the time used. Dialer authors share the revenues shady long distance providers.

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.

Trojan - A Trojans or Trojan Horse is any programs that installs itself secretly, quite often with sinister intent. Once installed, the trojan author (hacker) can gain complete control of the infected PC. Trojans are usually designed to steal sensitive information and/or destroy the system. Trojans can be distributed as unsolicited email attachments, or bundled with freeware and shareware programs.

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 Trojan/BHO/Dialer/Dyfuca.ac: 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:

Trojan/BHO/Dialer/Dyfuca.ac changes browser settings.

Trojan/BHO/Dialer/Dyfuca.ac hides from the user and stays resident in background.

Trojan/BHO/Dialer/Dyfuca.ac 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 Trojan/BHO/Dialer/Dyfuca.ac, you can clean your computer by downloading SpyNoMore now.

Running Process Signatures:
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File Signatures:
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Registered Dll (Dynamic Link Library) Signatures:
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Folder Signatures:
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Registry Signatures:
HKLM\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\explorer\browser helper objects\{8f4e5661-f99e-4b3e-8d85-0ea71c0748e4}
HKCR\typelib\{0be10b0d-b4db-4693-9b1f-9aead54d17dc}
HKCR\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\explorer\browser helper objects\{8f4e5661-f99e-4b3e-8d85-0ea71c0748e4}

SpyNoMore Collected Residual File Signatures:
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See Also:
BHO/ContentSaver
BHO/Discover Deskshop
Adware/BHO/Downloader/Small.fe
BHO/Toolbar/EZSearching
BHO/IE Middle Clicker
BHO/NJStar Asian Explorer
Adware/BHO/Toolbar/Netguarder Web Cleaner
BHO/Toolbar/OpinionBar
BHO/PerMedia/C
BHO/Hacker Tool/PerfectKeyLogger.147