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TrojanProxy:Win32/Bunitu.F
Aliases: No associated aliases
Summary
Microsoft security software detects and removes this threat.
This threat is part of the Win32/Bunitu malware family. It can give a malicious hacker access to your PC as a proxy, which means they can hide their other malicious activities.
It can be installed on your PC if you visit a compromised or hacked website, as a result of an exploit kit such as Exploit:JS/Angler.
See the Win32/Bunitu family description for more information.
Use the following free Microsoft software to detect and remove this threat:
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus for Windows 10 and Windows 8.1, or Microsoft Security Essentials for Windows 7 and Windows Vista
- Microsoft Safety Scanner
You should also run a full scan. A full scan might find other hidden malware.
Get more help
You can also visit 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.
