What is LNK:FakeFolder-B [Trj]?
LNK:FakeFolder-B [Trj] is a new type of PC infection which could be propagated by mobile HDD ( mobile hard disk drive ) such as USB memory stick or blank CD disk. Once being installed, it will typically implant its malicious codes or extensions such as .lnk extension to all folders in affected computer. Meanwhile, being endowed with advanced hack techniques, this type of infection may also have the capability to modify default system configuration such as Windows boot sector in order to be loaded up automatically every time Windows is launched. It is certain that LNK:FakeFolder-B [Trj] virus should be removed from computer once being informed of its existence. Otherwise, it may make use of found system vulnerabilities to open parts of system to third party, directly leading to further compromise by other attackers. This will not result in the damage on affected computer but also user’s confidential data.
