Uninstallation Of ArtraDownloader From PC

Description of ArtraDownloader

 

Since 2015, BITTER is active which is identified as an Advanced Persistent Threat (APT). The BITTER hacking groups are originates from Southern Asia. Most of the attacks are generally target organizations which is believed by the experts. ArtraDownloader– a trojan downloader, has been used by the BITTER APT. ArtraDownloader has an impressive capabilities when it comes to self-preservation techniques in the latest variant of ArtraDownloader. This trojan downloader evades its security software into PC inorder to detect and prevent sand-box environments. It serves as a backdoor for the attackers inorder to plant additional malware into the compromised host. Hacking group of BITTER often combines only two main tools in their campaigns which is the BITTERRAT (Remote Access Trojan) and the ArtraDownloader.

Propagation Method of ArtraDownloader Into PC

One of the biggest propagation methods used by the BITTER APT is the classic type of spam emails that contains a macro-laced attachment in it. And the another easy trick that BITTER's members are used is double extension. For instance, the Hijackers asks users to download a file named “PAF Webmail Security Report.doc.exe”. This will show up as “PAF Webmail Security Report.doc” on most of the computers since Windows is configured inorder to hide file extensions by default. This leaves users with the impression that users are about to see a Microsoft Word document, but actually they will launch a potentially harmful executable file unknowingly which makes users fool.

Threatening Activities of ArtraDownloader Into PC

After infiltrates into PC, ArtraDownloader begins to scan for the presence of any software which is related to malware debugging into PC. If the test gives a negative result, the ArtraDownloader will establish a well connection with the Command and Control (C&C) server of its operations. The ArtraDownloader receives the payload which is going to be deployed on the infected computer machine via this connection. The threatening payload of ArtraDownloader appears to be hosted on legitimate webpages inorder to use them in their own means. The ArtraDownloader appears as working in unison with several different RATs.

To reduce the chances of becoming victims of ArtraDownloader, you should always keep your all software updated on PC. And you should also not forget to use a reputable anti-virus software suite inorder to install and download any software application on PC which will keep your computer system fully secure.

To Uninstall ArtraDownloader from PC permanently, follow our guidelines which is given below:

 

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Steps to Remove ArtraDownloader

Step 1>> How to Boot Windows in Safe Mode to isolate ArtraDownloader

Step 2>> How to View Hidden Files created by ArtraDownloader

for Windows XP

• Exit all Program and Go to Desktop
• Select My Computer icon and Double Click to Open it
• Click on the Tools Menu and now select and Click on Folder Options.
• Select on View Tab that appears in New Window.
• Check mark on the box next to Dispaly the Contents of System Folders
• Now Check the box in order to Show Hidden Files and Folders
• Now press on Apply and OK to close the Window.
• As soon as these steps are performed, you can view the files and folders that were created by ArtraDownloader and hidden till now.

for Windows Vista

• Minimize all Window and Go to Desktop
• Click on the Start Button which can be found in lower lef Corner having Windows Logo
• Click on the Control Panel on the Menu and Open it
• Control Panel can be opened in Classic View or Control Panel Home View.
• If you have Selected Classic View, follow this
• Double Click on the Folder icon to open it
• Now select the view tab
• Click on Option to Show Hidden Files or Folders
• If you have Selected Control Panel Home View, follow this
• Appearance and Personalization link is to be Clicked
• Select on Show Hidden Files or Folders
• Press Apply Option and then Click on OK.

This will Show all the Folders including those created by ArtraDownloader

Know how to view Hidden Folders on Windows 7, Win 8 and Windows 10

(Following the above steps are necessary to view all the files created by ArtraDownloader and that is known to exist on Compromised PC.)

• Open the Run Box by holding together the Start Key and R.

• Now Type and input appwiz.cpl and press on OK
• This will take you to the Control Panel, Now Search for Suspicious programs or any entries related to ArtraDownloader. Unistall it once if you happen to find it. However be sure not to Uninstall any other program from the list.
• In the Search Field, Type msconfig and press on Enter, this will pop-up a Window

In the Startup Menu, Uncheck all the ArtraDownloader related entries or which are Unknown as Manufacturer.

Step 3>> Open the Run Box by Pressing Start Key and R in Combination

1. Copy + Paste the following Command as
2. notepad %windir%/system32/Drivers/etc/hosts and press on OK
3. This will Open a new file. If your system has been hacked by ArtraDownloader, certain IP’s will be displayed which can be found in the bottom of the screen.

Look for the suspicious IP that is present in your Localhost

Step 4>> How to Terminate ArtraDownloader Running Processes

• Go the Processes Tab by pressing on CTRL+SHIFT+ESC Keys Together.
• Look for the ArtraDownloader Running Processes.
• Right Click on ArtraDownloader and End the Process.

Step 5>> How to Remove ArtraDownloader Related Registry Entries

• Open Registry by Typing Regedit in the Run box and Hit Enter Key

• This will open all the list of entries.
• Now Find and search the entries created by ArtraDownloader and cautiously delete it.
• Alternatively, you can manually search for it in the list to delete ArtraDownloader Manually.

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