This component is part of XCP DRM Rootkit
Component Name: aries.sys
Description of : XCP DRM RootKit is an application made by First 4 Internet Ltd. to keep Sony BMG Music CDs from being copied. It installs without confirmation if users agree to Sony's EULA when playing protected CDs, and actively hides itself by modifying the program interface. It does not provide any direct means to uninstall the software, and the rootkit techniques it uses to hide itself is known to be used by various kinds of malware to conceal themselves.
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Trusted: No
Trojan: No
Chronic: No
Adware: No
Carrier: No
Browser Hijacker: No
Dialer: No
Commercial Keylogger: No
Remote Administration Tool: No
Suspected: No
Company Name: First 4 Internet Ltd.
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Methods of Distribution: .
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Release Date: 2005