Get Rid Of Pekraut RAT from Windows 8

Pekraut RAT is a Trojan
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Windows Error caused by Pekraut RAT are – 0x80240035 WU_E_UPDATE_NOT_PROCESSED The update was not processed., 0x000000E8, x8024F001 WU_E_REPORTER_EVENTCACHECORRUPT The event cache file was defective., 0x8024600B WU_E_DM_CONTENTCHANGED A download must be restarted because the update content changed in a new revision., 0x80244035 WU_E_PT_ECP_FILE_LOCATION_ERROR External cab processor was unable to get file locations., 0x00000057, 0x80244019 WU_E_PT_HTTP_STATUS_NOT_FOUND Same as HTTP status 404 – the server cannot find the requested URI (Uniform Resource Identifier), 0x00000092, 0x00000015, 0x000000E2, 0x0000004A
Pekraut RAT infects these windows .dll files MOVIEMK.dll, wbemcntl.dll, helpcins.dll, netui0.dll, sbscmp20_perfcounter.dll, FXST30.dll, dx3j.dll, hpfprw73.dll, IIEHost.dll, System.EnterpriseServices.Thunk.dll

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Pekraut RAT

Delete Pekraut RAT {Updated Trojan Removal Guide)

Research Report On Pekraut RAT

Name Pekraut RAT
Type Trojan
Risk Impact High
Description Due to the presence of Pekraut RAT, crooks can easily delete, modify, copy and move files onto the disks.
Possible Symptoms Performance degradation of system, other malware attacks, cyber theft, etc.
Detection / Removal Tool

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Latest Information On Pekraut RAT

Pekraut RAT is one of the most noxious Trojan virus which is equipped with Remote Access capabilities. This malware was detected by the anti-virus companies. According to the cyber security investigators the threat is identified under several names. These hackers uses the Pekraut RAT in order to attack the business networks and servers.

Based on the research report published by the malware researchers, the threat comes with a new model which contains the ability of Remote Access Trojan (RAT) service. The modification in the working algorithm of Pekraut RAT catches the attention of con artists having limited skilled that were looking for a RAT application which is quite easy to manage to gather data from affected PCs and then activate second stage operations. Technically speaking, it is an advanced Trojan virus which runs a malicious application onto the compromised Windows machine and also known to support the Command and Control servers based on TOR.

How Pekraut RAT Spreads & Works?

The malicious payload of this malware is mainly proliferated through text files, bogus images and spam emails. Besides, Pekraut RAT executes the first command to capture information on the infected computer’s firewall and active anti-virus application. The body of this malware consists different modules that will expand the capabilities of the threat and allows the operators to push some update that are comparatively easily.

Malicious Properties Of Pekraut RAT

  • By remote desktop connection of your system, the criminal hackers behind Pekraut RAT will input their commands through mouse and keyboard.
  • It has the ability to turn on the camera on affected machine and capture input as well.
  • Due to the presence of this Trojan, crooks can easily delete, modify, copy and move files onto the disks.
  • Your compromised Windows machine can be instructed to download other malicious files related with Pekraut RAT virus from the hacker’s database.
  • It can monitor what programs are currently running on your PC and can also launch and even terminate the softwares as well.

Therefore, it is strongly suggested to get rid of Pekraut RAT virus from your affected machine as quickly as possible by using a powerful anti-malware shield.

 

Manual Pekraut RAT Removal Guide

Step 1: How to Start your PC in Safe Mode with Networking to Get Rid of Pekraut RAT

(For Win 7 | XP | Vista Users)

  • first of all PC is to be rebooted in Safe Mode with Networking
  • Select on Start Button and Click on Shutdown | Restart option and select OK
  • when the PC restarts, keep tapping on F8 until you don’t get Advanced Boot Options.
  • Safe Mode with Networking Option is to be selected from the list.

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(For Win 8 | 8.1 | Win 10 Users)

  • Click on Power Button near Windows Login Screen
  • Keep Shift Button on the keyboard pressed and select Restart Option
  • Now Select on Enable Safe Mode with Networking Option

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In case Pekraut RAT, is not letting your PC to Start in Safe Mode, then following Step is to followed

Step 2: Remove Pekraut RAT Using System Restore Process

  • PC need to be rebooted to Safe Mode with Command Prompt
  • As soon as Command Prompt Window appear on the screen, select on cd restore and press on Enter option

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Type rstrui.exe and Click on Enter again.

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Now users need to Click on Next option and Choose restore point that was the last time Windows was working fine prior to Pekraut RAT infection. Once done, Click on Next button.

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Select Yes to Restore your System and get rid of Pekraut RAT infection.

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However, if the above steps does not work to remove Pekraut RAT, follow the below mentioned steps

Step:3  Unhide All Hidden Files and Folders to Delete Pekraut RAT

How to View Pekraut RAT Hidden Folders on Windows XP

  1. In order to show the hidden files and folders, you need to follow the given instructions:-
  2. Close all the Windows or minimize the opened application to go to desktop.
  3. Open “My Computer” by double-clicking on its icon.
  4. Click on Tools menu and select Folder options.
  5. Click on the View tab from the new Window.
  6. Check the Display contents of the system folders options.
  7. In the Hidden files and folders section, you need to put a check mark on Show hidden files and folders option.
  8. Click on Apply and then OK button. Now, close the Window.
  9. Now, you can see all the Pekraut RAT related hidden files and folders on the system.

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How to Access Pekraut RAT Hidden folders on Windows Vista

  1. Minimize or close all opened tabs and go to Desktop.
  2. Go to the lower left of your screen, you will see Windows logo there, click on Start button.
  3. Go to Control Panel menu and click on it.
  4. After Control Panel got opened, there will two options, either “Classic View” or “Control Panel Home View”.
  5. Do the following when you are in “Classic View”.
  6. Double click on the icon and open Folder Options.
  7. Choose View tab.
  8. Again move to step 5.
  9. Do the following if you are “Control Panel Home View”.
  10. Hit button on Appearance and Personalization link.
  11. Chose Show Hidden Files or Folders.
  12. Under the Hidden File or Folder section, click on the button which is right next to the Show Hidden Files or Folders.
  13. Click on Apply button and then hit OK. Now, close the window.
  14. Now, to show you all hidden files or folders created by Pekraut RAT, you have successfully considered Windows Vista.

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How to Unhide Pekraut RAT Created Folders on Windows 7

1. Go to the desktop and tap on the small rectangle which is located in the lower-right part of the system screen.

2. Now, just open the “Start” menu by clicking on the Windows start button which is located in the lower-left side of the PC screen that carries the windows logo.

3. Then after, look for the “Control Panel” menu option in the right-most row and open it.

4. When the Control Panel menu opens, then look for the “Folder Options” link.

5. Tap over the “View tab”.

6. Under the “Advanced Settings” category, double click on the “Hidden Files or Folders” associated with Pekraut RAT.

7. Next, just select the check-box in order to Show hidden files, folders, or drives.

8. After this, click on “Apply” >> “OK” and then close the menu.

9. Now, the Windows 7 should be configured to show you all hidden files, folders or drives.

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Steps to Unhide Pekraut RAT related Files and Folders on Windows 8

  1. First of all, power on your Windows PC and click on start logo button that is found in left side of the system screen.
  2. Now, move to program lists and select control panel app.
  3. When Control panel is open completely, click on more settings option.
  4. After, you will see a Control panel Window and then you choose “Appearance and Personalization” tab.
  5. In Advance settings dialogue box, you need to tick mark on Show hidden files and folders and clear the check box for Hide protected system files.
  6. Click on Apply and Ok button. This apply option helps you to detect and eradicate all types of Pekraut RAT related suspicious files.
  7. Finally, navigate your mouse cursor on close option to exit this panel.

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How to View Pekraut RAT associated folders on Windows 10

1. Open the folder if you wish to unhide files.

2. Search and Click on View in Menu bar

3. In Menu click on to view folder options.

4. Again click on View and Enable Radio Button associated with Show hidden files created by Pekraut RAT, folder and drive.

5. Press apply and OK.

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Step 4: Press Start Key along with R- copy + paste the below stated command and Click on OK

notepad %windir%/system32/Drivers/etc/hosts

  • This will open up a new file, in case if your system has been hacked, some IP’s will be shown at the bottom of the screen

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Click on the Start Menu, Input “Control Panel” in the search box —> Select. Network and Internet —> Network and Sharing Center —> Next Change Adapter Settings. Right-click your Internet connection —> Select on Properties.

  • In case if you find Suspicious IP in the local host –or if you are finding it difficult and have any problem then submit question to us and we will be happy to help you.

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