Kaspersky Lab publicize that TDSS is the most powerful and complex rootkit to date.This universal malware can hide its own presence and that of other malware on an infected system while offering enhanced opportunities. In order to penetrate computers, TDSS infects drivers; this ensures that it will be launched almost immediately the operating system is started. Consequently, it is extremely difficult to detect and remove this rootkit.
Kaspersky Lab has invested significant time and effort into solving the issues raised by TDSS. This article looks at the technologies implemented in TDSS, the way in which the rootkit spreads, and how cybercriminals profit from this malware. TDSS is spread via an affiliate program which uses all methods possible to deliver malware to victim machines. The rootkit attacks computers around the world. Kaspersky Lab estimates that 3 million computers have been infected by the rootkit. Affiliates earn money according to the number of computers they infect; the highest payment is made for machines located in the USA.
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