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Dialer.DialXS

Updated: September 25, 2005 04:02:20 PM GDT
Type: Dialer
Publisher: DialXS
Risk Impact: High
File Names: Vary.
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP

SUMMARY


Behavior

Dialer.DialXS is a generic dialer program that DialXS produced. It is registered to another company.

Dialer.DialXS dials a high-cost phone number that gives you access to any content that the company provides. Dialer.DialXS is most often associated with adult-related Web sites in the Netherlands.

Symptoms

  • The files are detected as Dialer.DialXS.
  • There are charges for phone calls to the Netherlands on your phone bill.


Transmission

Dialer.DialXS is usually installed when you visit certain Web sites. These Web sites usually host adult content.

Protection

  • Virus Definitions (LiveUpdate™ Weekly) December 10, 2003
  • Virus Definitions (Intelligent Updater) December 8, 2003

TECHNICAL DETAILS


When Dialer.DialXS is executed, it does the following:
  1. If it has not already done so, the dialer copies itself to:
    • The Windows desktop
    • The Start menu folder

  2. Checks for the presence of a modem.
    • If a modem is detected, it displays a dialog box that allows you to dial a high-cost number.
    • If a modem is not detected, it displays a Web page that instructs you to call a high-cost phone number to obtain access codes.


    REMOVAL


    The following instructions pertain to all Symantec antivirus products that support Security Risk detection.
    1. Update the definitions.
    2. Close modem connections.
    3. Run a full system scan and delete all the files detected as Dialer.DialXS.
    For specific details on each of these steps, read the following instructions.

    1. Updating the definitions
    To obtain the most recent definitions, start your Symantec program and run LiveUpdate.

    2. To close modem connections
    This risk uses available modems to create an Internet connection, sometimes without any visible signs. In order to successfully remove this threat, ensure that all modem-based Internet connections are disconnected before proceeding. For instructions on how to do this, consult the appropriate Internet service provider, computer manufacturer, or operating system documentation.

    3. Scanning for and deleting the files
    1. Start Norton AntiVirus and make sure that it is configured to scan all the files. For more information, read the document, "How to configure Norton AntiVirus to scan all files."
    2. Run a full system scan.
    3. If any files are detected as Dialer.DialXS, click Delete.

      Note: If your Symantec antivirus product reports that it cannot delete a detected file, write down the path and file names. Then use Windows Explorer to locate and delete the file.



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