This component is part of W32.Spybot.Worm
Component Name: tool5.exe
Description of : W32.Spybot.Worm is a Trojan that downloads and installs other files from a remote website and poses high security risks to users. It connects to the Internet and runs discreetly in the background making it difficult to detect and even inserts itself in explorer.exe so that it will be executed every time Windows Explorer runs.
Recommendation for :
It is highly recommended that this application be removed. Non-removal of this application will leave you defenseless against attackers who can take control of your computer.
Trusted: No
Trojan: Yes
Chronic: No
Adware: No
Carrier: No
Browser Hijacker: No
Dialer: No
Commercial Keylogger: No
Remote Administration Tool: No
Suspected: No
Company Name: N/A
Platforms Affected:
Methods of Distribution: It may have been installed by visiting malicious web page either by clicking on a link or by sites hosting scripted exploits which stealthily install downloader onto the system.
Variants/Versions:
Release Date: 2004