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Trojan.Xytets

Added to the Dr.Web virus database: 2012-08-17

Virus description added:

A multi-partite bootkit written in C language. The bootkit can hide itself in the infected system. It includes 8 components among which are 3 drivers.

It features the following functions to identify debugging: when launching, checks if it is run on a virtual computer and searches for a debugging process among other processes in the operating system. The bootkit also scans infected system for applications used for billing in Chinese cyber cafes.

Components:

  • Installer
  • cp.exe file;
  • NtHook.sys driver;
  • beep.sys driver;
  • StartDriver driver;
  • safemon.dll library;
  • MBR;
  • Shellcode injected into MBR.

Malicious functions:

  • Replaces the home page of popular Web browsers with the page created by criminals;
  • Redirects http traffic;
  • Loads and executes different files;
  • Saves its shortcuts to Windows Quick Launch Toolbar, favorites, and desktop;
  • Opens a Web page created by criminals in Microsoft Internet Explorer according to schedule;
  • Blocks access to certain Web sites from the list;
  • Blocks launch of certain applications from the list;
  • Hides files stored on the hard drive;
  • Infects MBR.

Supports the following Web browsers and applications:

  • SERVICES.EXE
  • EXPLORER.EXE
  • IEXPLORE.EXE
  • QQBROWSER.EXE
  • SOGOUEXPLORER.EXE
  • 360SE.EXE
  • GREENBROWSER.EXE
  • FIREFOX.EXE
  • MAXTHON.EXE
  • THEWORLD.EXE
  • OPERA.EXE
  • CHROME.EXE
  • SAFARI.EXE
  • NAVIGATOR.EXE
  • TTRAVELER.EXE
  • 115BR.EXE
  • CORAL.EXE

The control server is in China. With its rich functionality, Trojan.Xytets can hide itself in the system and, therefore, can be classified as a rootkit.

Curing recommendations

  1. If the operating system (OS) can be loaded (either normally or in safe mode), download Dr.Web Security Space and run a full scan of your computer and removable media you use. More about Dr.Web Security Space.
  2. If you cannot boot the OS, change the BIOS settings to boot your system from a CD or USB drive. Download the image of the emergency system repair disk Dr.Web® LiveDisk , mount it on a USB drive or burn it to a CD/DVD. After booting up with this media, run a full scan and cure all the detected threats.
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    • Load your smartphone or tablet in the safe mode (depending on the operating system version and specifications of the particular mobile device involved, this procedure can be performed in various ways; seek clarification from the user guide that was shipped with the device, or contact its manufacturer);
    • Once you have activated safe mode, install the Dr.Web for Android onto the infected handheld and run a full scan of the system; follow the steps recommended for neutralizing the threats that have been detected;
    • Switch off your device and turn it on as normal.

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