which is a virus description, and which is an operating system file name? (Isass.exe) Is the first letter a capital "i" or a short "L"?
(Symantic says is one of many virus name variables; other sources say this is a legit Windows filename).
2007-01-05 06:27:38 · 7 answers · asked by BIZ Leads Galore 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
isass.exe (with small or capital "i") is registered as the Optix.Pro virus which carries in it's payload, the ability to disable firewalls and local security protections, and a backdoor capability.
lsass.exe (with lowercase l) is a system process of the Microsoft Windows security mechanisms. It specifically deals with local security and login policies. This program is important for the stable and secure running of your computer and should not be terminated.
2007-01-05 06:31:25 · answer #1 · answered by footose 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is a ligit file name and is also used by Viruses.
Isass.exe - Legit.
isass.exe
You have the Optix.Pro Remote access trojan, which can disable over 200 firewalls and security applications. It also carries a keylogger and can turn on or off your monitor, keyboard flash lights, screen saver, mouse, keyboard, clock and start button, or cause the CD drawer to open and close, reset home page, redirect searches and cause the speaker to sound 200 bleeps. Resists removal
2007-01-05 06:37:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lsass.exe is the executable used for security by Windows NT, 2000, and XP. It is not a virus. Symantec is referring to viruses that take advantage or cause problems with Lsass.exe
2007-01-05 06:41:00 · answer #3 · answered by Shawn H 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lowercase lsass.exe is a windows file, but if you have more than one of them running at the same time then you may have a virus. Just run your anti-virus software and if it doesn't come up you should safe.
2007-01-05 06:34:26 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
thats a classic virus writer trick
make a file that gives a virus away look exactly like a legitimate file
2007-01-05 06:46:37 · answer #5 · answered by superfunkmasta 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Compare the file size.
2007-01-05 06:28:46 · answer #6 · answered by Monkeyman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Scan the PC with a standard antivirus. If you need one, please visit the following site and select a suitable free antivirus.
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You can visit the following site , if you want a more effective antivirus . You have to pay for it!
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You also try to select and install a suitable spy ware from the following link to protect the Pc against spyware attacks.
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2007-01-06 22:20:30 · answer #7 · answered by YAN 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋