JOKE.WIN32.TRX.XXPE1
Windows
Threat Type: Joke Program
Destructiveness: No
Encrypted:
In the wild: Yes
OVERVIEW
This is a detection from the Trend Micro Predictive Machine Learning mechanism. It uses advanced machine learning technology to correlate threat information and perform in-depth analysis to detect emerging unknown security risks. It does this through digital DNA fingerprinting, API mapping, and other file features analysis.
Joke programs are considered relatively harmless and are often designed to annoy or make fun of users. They do not infect files, cause damage, nor spread to other systems.
Many joke programs are designed to cause unnecessary panic by making the machine behave as if something is damaged. Abnormal system behaviors caused by joke programs include closing and opening of the CD tray and displaying of numerous message boxes.
SOLUTION
Step 1
Before doing any scans, Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 users must disable System Restore to allow full scanning of their computers.
Step 2
For Trend Micro Customers
Scanning your system with your registered Trend Micro security solution removes this malware.
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For Non-Trend Micro Customers
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