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Microsoft Security Intelligence
Published Mar 30, 2007 | Updated

TrojanProxy:Win32/Prorat

Detected by Microsoft Defender Antivirus

Aliases: No associated aliases

Summary

Microsoft Defender Antivirus detects and removes this threat.

A malicious hacker can use this threat to hide their identity as they carry out actions from your PC. This can include sending spam email through your Internet connection.

Find out ways that malware can get on your PC.

What to do now

Use the following free Microsoft software to detect and remove this threat:

You should also run a full scan. A full scan might find other hidden malware.

Get more help

You can also see our advanced troubleshooting page or search the Microsoft virus and malware community for more help

If you’re using Windows XP, see our Windows XP end of support page.

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