Trojan.Vilsel

Trojan.Vilsel is regarded as a Trojan infection, in other words, a program which contains hidden functionality, which might include Adware, Spyware, Malware, Remote access Tools, Browser Hijack Tools and Data Mining.

A system which has been infiltrated and infected with the Trojan.Vilsel infection may tend to display the following characteristics:

• Displays ads
• Records personal data / keystrokes
• Hijacks internet browser
• Allows remote influence
• Downloads unsolicited files

Trojan.Vilsel could also quite possibly cause the following to occur:

• Disables programs / system
• Makes unauthorized phone calls
• Exploits a security flaw
• Floods internet connection
• Distributes threats

An alternative characteristic displayed by Trojan.Vilsel is as follows:

• Tracks browsing activity with installed applications
• Tracks browsing activity with cookies
• Installs without user consent
• Inadequate uninstall procedures
• Insufficient privacy disclosure and consent
• Uses excessive system resources
• Makes fraudulent claims about spyware detection and removal
• Performs Silent Updates

The term Trojan refers to the fact this particular malware, Trojan.Vilsel is installed under deceptive pretences, infiltrating the user’s PC without their approval or knowledge.

Risks which may affect the PC’s system functions include: the opening of illicit network connections, the use of polymorphic tactics to self-mutate, the disabling of already installed security software, modification of system files, and not forgetting the installation of additional malware.

The best way to deal with the threat of Trojan.Vilsel is to simply remove it from the affected PC system.