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EID_pe_iscorrupted
EID_pe_iscorrupted is a potential threat. Threats, when malicious, can be used to interfere with the normal operation of a computer, gather personal information or allow a hacker to access the device remotely without the user's consent.
This kind of software usually arrives in the form of an unwanted download from a malicious website or as code illegally injected into a legitimate website without the webmaster's knowledge. It can also be received as an email attachment or an instant message from an untrusted source.
What does EID_pe_iscorrupted do?
If determined to be malware, actions can include:
- Stealing hard disk space and memory, slowing down or completing stopping the PC
- Corrupting or deleting data
- Compromising the entire system by providing remote access to hackers
- Stealing passwords and other sensible information
- Gathering information about your web-browsing habits without your consent for advertising purposes
- Installing other unwanted software