Alcra (computer worm)

W32.Alcra. F is a computer worm that is spread by p2p file sharing networks. It is regarded as a low-risk virus[1] and is usually detected by a virus scan.

Effects

The W32.Alcra. F worm saves a number of empty files and links to a computer and then attempts to connect to those links thus causing an error.

Detection and removal

A full system scan should find and remove this worm without much difficulty.

References


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