Issue
- Your ESET product detects the threat Win32/Ainslot
Solution
What is BlackShades?
"BlackShades" is the name of the operation responsible for the distribution of a malicious remote administration tool (RAT) used to take control of infected machines. This malware allows a remote user to access an infected computer, granting hackers access to data, information about user activity, and control over peripheral devices like webcams.
The FBI has dismantled the BlackShades operation, however, the RAT malware distributed by BlackShades is still a potential threat. For this reason, we highly recommend that you use up-to-date antivirus software that can detect and block this malware.
Does ESET protect me from BlackShades?
Yes, ESET detects the malware distributed by BlackShades as Win32/Ainslot and blocks it. To ensure the highest level of security, we recommend that you always use the latest detection engine.
