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MSIL.Cxover.A

Reported: March 18, 2006

 

 

Description:

MSIL.Cxover.A is a proof-of-concept cross-platform worm that affects desktop computers and mobile devices running the .NET Framework. The said framework is commonly installed with Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, and mobile devices running Windows CE or Mobile Edition.

Technical Name:

MSIL.Cxover.A

Cxover.A [F-Secure], WORM_CXOVER.A [Trend Micro]

Threat Level:

Low

Type:

Worm

Systems Affected:

Windows All

Detection Date:

March 15, 2006

 

 

MSIL.Cxover.A removal procedures requires technical know-how on  computer troubleshooting. It is better to consult your LAN Administrator or Technical Persons to avoid additional damage on your computer if modifications on Services and Registry have to be done.

 

MANUAL REMOVAL:

1. Disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP). [how to]
2. Update the virus definitions.
3. Run a full system scan and delete all the files detected.
4. Delete any values added to the registry. [how to edit registry]

Navigate to the subkey and delete value:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
Value:
"[RANDOM]" = "C:\Windows\[RANDOM NAME].exe"

 

***If it makes changes to Windows registry that may prevent you from running executable files. A tool to reset registry values to the default value is available for download. Click Here.
 

5. In order to make sure that MSIL.Cxover.A is completely eliminated from your computer, carry out a full scan of your computer using AntiVirus and Antispyware Software. Another way to delete the virus using various Antivirus Program without the need to install can be done with Online Virus Scanner.

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Download and run any of these Anti-Spyware:

Spy Sweeper

Spyware Doctor

Pest Patrol

Spy Hunter

 

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