What is kernelw.sys?
kernelw.sys is usually located in the 'c:\windows\system32\' folder.
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Hashes [?]
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| MD5 | cc43010c40ec6907f2d0526c55495c16 |
| SHA256 | 3b3fd4601090089980c93ff7607e9d3e863ce51155c56e0093871493f7a0f875 |
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Please share with the other users what you think about this file. What does this file do? Is it legitimate or something that your computer is better without? Do you know how it was installed on your system? Did you install it yourself or did it come bundled with some other software? Is it running smoothly or do you get some error message? Any information that will help to document this file is welcome. Thank you for your contributions.
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SpamBUSTERS writes
Kernelw.sys is a Trojan/Backdoor process
kernelw.sys
The kernelw.sys file is installed and used by Trojan.Tibs
Trojan.Tibs is a Trojan Downloader program that is related to the VXGame Trojan. Once Trojan.Tibs is executed on your computer, it will connect to the Internet and download additional malware. Trojan.Tibs may also generate large numbers of popup adverts, and it will also attempt to bypass the Windows Firewall. Trojan.Tibs program is a security risk, and should be removed immediately to protect your personal data. Fake email greeting cards are infected with trojans. Beware of strangers sending greeting cards.
http://www.spywareremove.com/removeTrojanTibs.html
Other Trojan Tibs process files
vedxga4m1et4.exe
vedxga3me2.exe
vedxga1me4t1.exe
vedxg4am1et2.exe
newmaxxsv234.exe
vedxg6ame4.exe
syszple.exe
sysrfls.exe
ecard.exe
gop.exe
alt.exe.exe
fun[1].exe
kernels88.exe
frmwrk.sys
kernelw.sys
vedxga4m1et4.exe
vedxga3me2.exe
vedxga1me4t1.exe
vedxg4am1et2.exe
newmaxxsv234.exe
SystemSv12
vedxg6ame4.exe
Service Pack 1
syszple.exe
sysrfls.exe
egreeting card
ecard.exe
gop.exe
alt.exe.exe
fun[1].exe
kernels88.exe
# 1 Jan 2008, 10:46
Roger Karlsson writes