Archive A Reconstructed © MegaSecurity Database
Cult (b)
Copyright © MegaSecurity
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| Author | ? |
| Family | Cult |
| Category | Remote Access |
| Version | Cult (b) |
| Language | Visual C++, packed with FSG |
Additional Information
Dropped file:
c:\WINNT\system32\winupdate.exe
size: 13.040 bytes
startup:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run "Microsoft auto update"
data: winupdate.exe
does (try to) connect to an IRC server
tested on win2000
This archive is an almost-complete reconstruction of the legendary Mega Security (also known as Kobayashi), a premier 90s-era "Trojan Database" where malware authors once showcased their work. After a decade offline, the site was brought back in August 2024 by its original creator, MasterRat, who authorized the Malware Gallery to host this modernized, searchable version of the collection. While the original site remains available for those seeking a nostalgic, old-school experience, we are proud to continue its legacy here. Full credit and thanks go to MasterRat and the retired Mega Security staff for their years of dedicated work in cataloging these historical samples.