Event Type

ThreatClassification

This is a threat classification event.

Event Name

ThreatUpdated

The threat details have been updated.

MD5

[varies]

This is the MD5 hash for the file.

SHA256

[varies]

This is the SHA256 hash for the file.

Threat Classification

[Threat class] - [Threat subclass] - [Threat family name]

The threat classification indicates the threat class, threat subclass, and threat family name. The possible class and subclass values are detailed below. The value of family name varies depending on the nature of the threat.

[Threat class] values

Dual Use

The file can be used for malicious and non-malicious purposes.

File Unavailable

The file is unavailable for analysis. For example, the file is too large to upload.

Malware

The file has been identified as malicious.

Possible PUP

The file might be a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

PUP

The file has been identified as a possible potentially unwanted program (PUP).

Trusted

The file has been identified as safe.

[Threat subclass] values

Adware

The file has advertisements or unwanted bundled add-ons.

Backdoor

The file provides unauthorized access.

Bot

The file contains malware that connects to a botnet server.

Corrupt

The file is malformed or unable to run.

Crack

The file is altered to bypass licensing.

Downloader

The file contains malware that downloads data.

Dropper

The file contains malware that installs other malware.

Exploit

The file attacks a specific vulnerability.

Fake Alert

The file contains malware that appears to be legitimate security software.

Fake AV

The file contains malware that appears to be legitimate security software.

Game

This is a game file.

Generic

This file does not fit into any existing category.

Hacking Tool

This file is a hacking tool.

Infostealer

This file records login credentials and other sensitive information.

Keygen

This file generates product keys.

Monitoring Tool

This file tracks a user’s activities.

Other

This is a category used for PUPs that don’t fit anything else.

Parasitic

This threat is spread by attacking other programs.

Pass Crack

This file is used to reveal passwords.

Portable Application

This file is designed to run without needing installation.

Ransom

This file restricts access.

Remnant

These are remnants post removal.

Remote Access

This file can access another system remotely.

Rootkit

This file avoids detection.

Scripting Tool

This is any script that can run as if it were an executable.

Tool

These are administrative features used to attack or intrude.

Toolbar

This is any technology that places additional buttons or input boxes on-screen.

Trojan

This file disguises itself as legitimate software.

Virus

This file inserts or appends itself to other files.

Worm

This file propagates by copying itself to another device.