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Trojan:Win32/SLoad!MSR
Aliases: No associated aliases
Summary
This trojan is a detection of a malicious loader that disguises itself as a legitimate DLL and launches its payload from another binary file.
For information about sLoad and other human-operated malware campaigns, read these blog posts:
Users should take the following steps to mitigate the threat:
- Avoid clicking or opening unsolicited email attachments, links, and online advertisements.
- Keep your systems, including software and web browsers, updated.
- Download only legitimate apps and files from trusted sources to avoid fake or malicious software.
You can also visit our advanced troubleshooting page or search the Microsoft virus and malware community for more help.
