Adware:​W32/Zwangi

Summary

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This program delivers advertising content to the user. It is usually annoying but harmless, unless it is combined with spyware or trackware.

Removal

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Automatic action

Once detected, the F-Secure security product will automatically disinfect the suspect file by either deleting it or renaming it.

More

Detailed instructions for F-Secure security products are available in the documentation found in the Downloads section of our Home - Global site.

You may also refer to the Knowledge Base on the F-Secure Community site for further assistance.

Technical Details

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Adware:W32/Zwangi displays popup advertisements on the infected machine.

Activity

Once launched, the program will also attempt to connect to the following sites:

• https://weemi.com
• https://www.usertrust.com
• https://secure.comodo.net/[...]

File System Changes

Creates these files:

• %cwd%\weemi.dll
• %cwd%\weemi.exe

Registry Modifications

Sets these values:

• HKLM\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\Weemi Service ImagePath = "C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\Weemi\weemi117.exe" "weemi.dll" Service [Launchpoint: Service]

Creates these keys:

• HKLM\Software\Weemi
• HKLM\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\Weemi Service
• HKLM\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\Weemi Service\Security