Trojan:W32/Agent.AFB

Classification

Category :

Malware

Type :

Trojan

Aliases :

Trojan:W32/Agent.AFB, Trojan.Win32.Agent.afb

Summary

Trojan:W32/Agent.AFB is a trojan with rootkit functionality. It is usually associated with Adware programs.

Removal

Based on the settings of your F-Secure security product, it will either move the file to the quarantine where it cannot spread or cause harm, or remove it.

A False Positive is when a file is incorrectly detected as harmful, usually because its code or behavior resembles known harmful programs. A False Positive will usually be fixed in a subsequent database update without any action needed on your part. If you wish, you may also:

  • Check for the latest database updates

    First check if your F-Secure security program is using the latest updates, then try scanning the file again.

  • Submit a sample

    After checking, if you still believe the file is incorrectly detected, you can submit a sample of it for re-analysis.

    Note: If the file was moved to quarantine, you need to collect the file from quarantine before you can submit it.

  • Exclude a file from further scanning

    If you are certain that the file is safe and want to continue using it, you can exclude it from further scanning by the F-Secure security product.

    Note: You need administrative rights to change the settings.

Technical Details

Trojan:W32/Agent.AFB may drop .DLL , .SYS or .EXE files as its component. It typically drops its components in the following locations on the infected machine:

  • Windows temporary folder
  • Windows Directory
  • Windows System Directory
  • Program files directory

The dropped .SYS file is a driver that is use to hide some registry entries. This is done by hooking several APIs related to registry operations.