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Microsoft Security Intelligence
Published May 10, 2011 | Updated Sep 15, 2017

PWS:Win32/Sinowal

Detected by Microsoft Defender Antivirus

Aliases: No associated aliases

Summary

PWS:Win32/Sinowal is a multi-component trojan that communicates with remote servers to send sensitive information such as information about the affected computer and other credentials.
To detect and remove this threat and other malicious software that may be installed on your computer, run a full-system scan with an appropriate, up-to-date, security solution. The following Microsoft products detect and remove this threat:
For more information on antivirus software, see http://www.microsoft.com/windows/antivirus-partners/.
 
PWS:Win32/Sinowal attempts to steal sensitive and confidential information from affected users to perpetrate fraud. If you believe that your personal financial information may have been compromised, please refer to the following advisory for additional advice:
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