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Exploit:JS/Axpergle.J
Aliases: Angler (other)
Summary
Microsoft security software detects and removes this threat.
It uses vulnerabilities in recent versions of Internet Explorer, Microsoft Silverlight, Adobe Flash Player, and Java to install malware on your PC. We have seen it try to install Trojan:Win32/Reveton.
You might get this threat if you visit a malicious or hacked website, or by clicking a malicious link in an email.
To learn more about how this threat is being used by cybercriminals,
The following free Microsoft software detects and removes this threat:
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus for Windows 10 and Windows 8.1, or Microsoft Security Essentials for Windows 7 and Windows Vista
- Microsoft Safety Scanner
Even if we've already detected and removed this particular threat, running a full scan might find other malware that is hiding on your PC.
You can also visit the Microsoft virus and malware community for more help.
If you’re using Windows XP, see our Windows XP end of support page.