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Trojan-Proxy

Classification

Category:

Malware

Type:

Trojan-proxy

Aliases:

  • Trojan-Proxy
  • Trojan.proxy

Summary

This type of trojan allows unauthorized parties to use the infected computer as a proxy server for anonymous access to the Internet.

Removal

Technical Details

A trojan-proxy is a type of trojan that, once installed, allows an attacker to use the infected computer as a proxy to connect to the Internet.

Installation

Attackers often distribute trojan-proxies as part of the payload of another harmful program, such as a trojan-dropper, which silently drops and installs the trojan-proxy on a device.

Impact

Trojan-proxies are often used by hackers to hide the location of the original host from any investigating authorities, as the connection can only be traced back to the computer where the trojan-proxy is installed.

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