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Java Architect Essentials
Java Architect Essentials
Apr 5, 2021 · Information Security

Malicious Qike PDF Converter Spreads via Silent Downloaders, Causes High CPU Usage

Huorong’s threat intelligence team discovered that the Qike PDF Converter distributes a hidden malicious proxy module through download‑site installers, leading to unexplained high CPU usage, persistent system services, and widespread infection traced back to a Hangzhou tech company, urging users to update antivirus definitions and remove the software.

HuorongWindowsinformation security
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Malicious Qike PDF Converter Spreads via Silent Downloaders, Causes High CPU Usage
Laravel Tech Community
Laravel Tech Community
Mar 23, 2021 · Information Security

Analysis of Qike PDF Converter Malware and Its Silent Propagation Mechanism

Security researchers discovered that the Qike PDF Converter embeds a malicious proxy module that silently spreads via download‑site installers, hijacks system processes, consumes CPU, persists as a startup service, and originates from a Hangzhou tech company, highlighting the risks of silent promotion in freeware distribution.

Huoronginformation securitymalware analysis
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Analysis of Qike PDF Converter Malware and Its Silent Propagation Mechanism