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Changes to Shell Open Command Malware can load from a variety of different places on your PC. In addition to the more common modifications to Windows auto start entry points, malware may leverage the shell open command. This allows it to register itself as the handler for certain file types and thus the virus, worm or Trojan loads when any of these file types are called. Here's a list of the registry keys modified when this type of attack occurs.             More Topics AutoStart Entry Points in Windows Spyware and Adware Free Antivirus Software Email Hoaxes Rootkit Information and Detection Top Internet Scams Email Hoaxes and Myths What is a Rootkit? A rootkit gives attackers full access to the system (hence the term 'root') and typically hides the files, folders, registry edits, and other components it uses. In addition to hiding...read more   How to Enable Folder Options in Windows Malware often drops itself as a hidden file and then disables the Folder Options menu in Windows Explorer so you can't change the settings to view hidden files and folders....read more     Sponsored Links   Super Bowl 2008 The Road to Super Sunday Get everything you need to know about this year's Super Bowl, from game stats to history, news, and great tailgating recipes.

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