Backdoor.Small.hwc is a malicious backdoor Trojan that runs in the background and allows remote access to the compromised system. As a malware application, Backdoor.Small.hwc tends to disguise itself as a helpful tool. This is not a new way to deceive computer users and gain a purchase; however Backdoor.Small.hwc makes uses of additional misleading tactics as well. Backdoor.Small.hwc not able to infect computers on its own; instead, it coerces people into downloading the program voluntarily. Backdoor.Small.hwc tends to be delivered onto a system via other Trojan application. This Trojan mimics Windows firewall notifications and asks if the user would like to enable protection. Once Backdoor.Small.hwc infiltrates a computer, it begins offering the user the paid version of the software. Backdoor.Small.hwc might appear to be legitimate anti-spyware, but it is in fact absolutely non-functional. Backdoor.Small.hwc tends to imitate system scans and will report large numbers of infections found on the system. One should bear in mind that every message generated by Backdoor.Small.hwc can be ignored as they are all completely falsified. Not only Backdoor.Small.hwc completely useless as antispyware, but it is also rather malicious. Backdoor.Small.hwc will slow down a system’s performance and tends to limit internet connection. Backdoor.Small.hwc displays many pop-up messages that make using a computer an impossible task. Backdoor.Small.hwc is also capable of hijacking web browsers and redirecting it to its personal website.