How To Delete RDFSNIFFER Malware From Targeted OS (Remove Malware Virus)

RDFSNIFFER : Another Hacking Tool Listed Under RAT

 

Recently, Carbanak Group have introduced a new hacking tool named RDFSNIFFER which is classified as the Remote Access Trojan. As per the in-depth report on it's sample, it seems to be mainly utilized as the second-stage payload with assistance of BOOTSWIRE Trojan downloader. If you think that it is like most of RAT then you are wrong because it has been specifically designed to target only those system executing the specific System software utility and toolset of NCR Aloha Commander. Such a hacking tool is mainly used by technicians who are working in support sector.

It's developers often plant its code in memory of the real or legitimate Dynamic link libraries with appropriate processes to remain under radar of the System's security software. Once, it does it's notorious actions, it continues it's attack by taking key features & session of NCR Aloha Command Center Client. By opting some notorious behavior, it take control on application and causes several serious issues. So, you should not keep RDFSNIFFER inside your PC from the longer time.

Threat Summary of RDFSNIFFER
Name	RDFSNIFFER
Type	Hacking Tool
Category	RAT, Trojan, Malware
Risk Impact
Targeted OS	Windows 32 & 64
Similar To	Casbaneiro Trojan, xHunt, W32/NewMalware-LSU-based!Maximus etc.
Description	RDFSNIFFER is a new malware loader created by Trojan developer to deliver it's payload directly into memory and module that really hook into legitimate the remote administration tool.
Removal	Possible, to delete RDFSNIFFER and make your PC malware free, you must scan System with appropriate Windows Scanner Tool.
Data Recovery	Possible, if somehow your data or files get corrupt then you have to use Data Recovery Tool to get back your corrupt data and as well as System files.

Main Sources of RDFSNIFFER Attack

Being a part of vicious, deadly and dangerous Trojan infection, RDFSNIFFER uses various distribution tactics to compromise PCs. But the module of this malware is mainly dropped as a payload onto PCs of contaminated targets that has feature of the Remote Access Trojan. It automatically loads itself into NCR Corporation's RDFClient process each time when legitimate tool is executed on affected PCs. Besides, it is also capable to infect user's machine via spam campaigns, exploit kits, torrent attackers, pirated software, unsafe domain, torrent attackers and many more. Since, it causes various issues on targeted machine, so the permanent deletion of RDFSNIFFER is too much essential.

Get Familiar With Harmful Characteristics of RDFSNIFFER

• Capable to execute unauthorized commands on compromised PC.
• Executes several malicious files on host.
• Tampers with system files and registry entries.
• Wipes out almost all files present on infected PC.
• Halt System's activity automatically and prevents victim to perform operation normally.
• Endangers user's privacy by collecting their all sensitive data.
• Allows cyber criminals to download, upload, execute and delete the arbitrary files.
• Degrades overall speed by eating up too much resources and and many more.

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Manual RDFSNIFFER Removal Guide

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

(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.

 

(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

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

Step 2: Remove RDFSNIFFER 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

Type rstrui.exe and Click on Enter again.

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

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

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

Step:3  Unhide All Hidden Files and Folders to Delete RDFSNIFFER

How to View RDFSNIFFER 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 RDFSNIFFER related hidden files and folders on the system.

How to Access RDFSNIFFER 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 RDFSNIFFER, you have successfully considered Windows Vista.

How to Unhide RDFSNIFFER 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 RDFSNIFFER.

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.

Steps to Unhide RDFSNIFFER 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 RDFSNIFFER related suspicious files.
7. Finally, navigate your mouse cursor on close option to exit this panel.

How to View RDFSNIFFER 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 RDFSNIFFER, folder and drive.

5. Press apply and OK.

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

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.