Virus.Win32.Virut.ce
What is Virus.Win32.Virut.ce?
Virus.Win32.Virut.ce is a polymorphic type of virus created for Windows operating system. Virus.Win32.Virut.ce allows a remote attacker to have full access over the compromised computer using a backdoor port via IRC channels. This virus will also infect .exe and .scr files on the target computer.
| Type | Virus |
| Sub Type | Malware |
| Aliases | W32/Scribble-A, Virut.ce, PE_VIRUX.A, Virus:Win32/Virut.BM, Win32:Vitro |
| OS Affected | Windows |
| Detected By | Sophos |
What are the Symptoms of Virus.Win32.Virut.ce Infection?
W32/Scribble-A will embed a malicious iframe into files whose extensions start with HTM, PHP or ASP, with affected files detected as Troj/Fujif-Gen. At the time of writing the iframe points to a site that hosts more malware.
Automatic Removal of Virus.Win32.Virut.ce
1. See Sophos instructions of disinfecting PE executable file here.
