Hacktool.wpakill is a Trojan horse that makes changes to the infected computer to make it more vulnerable for other malware infections and contacts a remote host to retrieve commands that can have practically any intention. Once installed and run, Hacktool.wpakill makes system changes by making modifications to the Windows Registry. It creates copies of itself in various locations with a random file name. Besides that, it also disables your antivirus software to make your computer vulnerable for other additional viruses. The online hackers have mainly developed this Hacktool.wpakill malicious program with the clean intention to perform identify theft and extort certain amount of user’s earnings to fulfill their illicit needs.
After having this malware you will be always frustrated with numerous pop ups and error messages stating that your PC is at risk and thus it will force you to buy other rouge software. It is believed that Hacktool.wpakill usually sneaks into the computer by opening spam email attachments, removal media, P2P sharing of files and most commonly through social networking sites. This attack could pose a serious security threat, it’s advisable to take immediate action to stop any damage or prevent further damage from happening.
