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Application:W32/Hoax

First posted on 13 January 2010.
Source: SecurityHome

Aliases :

There are no other names known for Application:W32/Hoax.

Explanation :

A legitimate application that may introduce additional security risks or be used for malicious purposes.

Additional DetailsThe family name Application:W32/Hoax is used to refer to a collection of programs that do not perform as claimed.

Note

The Type designation 'Hoax' was previously used by F-Secure to identify an application that does not perform as claimed.

With changes in the threat landscape today, programs previously identified as 'Hoax' have since been reclassified under the Riskware Category, with the Type designation 'Application'.

These programs may be listed under the family name 'Application:W32/Hoax'; specific programs which perform significant actions or pose a notable risk may be further described in in individual Description pages.

The update in naming better clarifies the program's overall security profile in the current, more complex threat landscape.

Last update 13 January 2010

 

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