A cyw file extension is related to the Rbot.CYW malware for Microsoft Windows.
Software that open cyw file
CYW file extension - Rbot.CYW worm data
What is cyw file? How to open cyw files?
File type specification:
The cyw file extension is known to be used by malicious worm Rbot.CYW.
Rbot.CYW is a backdoor worm that spreads through network shares and allows attackers to access and control over infected computer. Use antivirus to protect computer against malware attacks.
This cyw file type entry was marked as obsolete and no longer supported file format.
This type of file is no longer actively used and is most likely obsolete. This is typically the case for system files in old operating systems, file types from long discontinued software, or previous versions of certain file types (like documents, projects etc.) that were replaced in higher versions of their original programs.
The default software associated to open cyw file:
Company or developer:
AVAST Software a.s.
Avast antivirus is one of the most used antivirus programs with over 220 mil. users. The Essential version is available for free and can be upgraded to All-inclusive or Top-notch editions.
The program is available mainly for Windows, but there is also version for Mac, Linux and main mobile OS platforms for Android phones and Apple iPhones/iPads.
List of recommended software applications associated to the .cyw file extension
Recommended software programs are sorted by OS platform (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android etc.)
and possible program actions that can be done with the file: like open cyw file, edit cyw file, convert cyw file, view cyw file, play cyw file etc. (if exist software for corresponding action in File-Extensions.org's database).
Unspecified and all other actions for computer programs working with cyw file - Rbot.CYW worm data
Click on the software link for more information about Avast Antivirus. Avast Antivirus uses cyw file type for its internal purposes and/or also by different way than common edit or open file actions (eg. to install/execute/support an application itself, to store application or user data, configure program etc.).
Microsoft Windows:
Main software associated with cyw file by default: Avast Antivirus
Other suggested software: Norton Antivirus
AVG Antivirus
Kaspersky Anti-Virus
BitDefender