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JS.Downloader | |
Threat Level DamageDistribution |
Effects
JS.Downloader allows hackers to get into and carry out dangerous actions in affected computers, such as capturing screenshots, stealing personal data, etc.
Means of transmission
JS.Downloader does not spread automatically using its own means. It needs the attacking user's intervention in order to reach the affected computer. The means of transmission used include, among others, floppy disks, CD-ROMs, email messages with attached files, Internet downloads, FTP, IRC channels, peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing networks, etc.
Further Details
JS.Downloader has the following additional characteristics:
- It is written in the programming language Javascript.
- It is 14170 bytes in size.