ErrMess Remote Computer
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Screenshot of ErrMess Remote Computer client | |
| Stable release | 4.1.0.4 / May 23, 2009 |
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| Operating system | Microsoft Windows |
| Available in | English |
| Type | Remote Administration |
| Website | ErrMess Official Website |
ErrMess Remote Computer is a RAT (Remote Administration Tool) for Microsoft Windows that is often installed without a user's knowledge as a trojan. Similar to other RATs, it uses a client and server. The server is hosted on the infected computer, and the client is used from the controller computer.
History
ErrMess started in 2003 as a single piece of software used to prank computer users. Since then it has grown to be a very popular remote computer prank program that is used by thousands of people worldwide.
The ErrMess website is currently closed, however their software is still widely available for download on the internet.
See also
- VNC
- Trojan horse
- Remote administration
- Remote Administration Tool
- List of practical joke topics