Shell Scrap Object File

Introduction

.SHS is a file extension of Shell Scrap Object File type. The .SHS file type is primarily associated with 'Shell Scrap Object File' by Microsoft Corporation. The Shell Scrap Object is part of the Microsoft embeded objects inside objects philosophy. The shell script is wrapped around an object and the .SHS extension is added to the file. This scenario cannot be seen usually with extensions turned on. The .SHS file is potentially dangerous because it could have anything executable in it along with a vast collection of dangerous script code in the wrapper. At least one worm uses the Shell Script object.

Layman Explanation-

This is an erroneous format which comes into existence in some of the following cases:

1. While uploading an file to internet.
2. Transfer of file from one source to another.
3. Emailing the client using the file as an attachment.
4. Errors in the registry.

Problem with .SHS file-

1. Problems accessing certain types of files, or finding computer to be unstable and slower than normal speed.
2. The fragmentation and corruption of computer’s Windows registry could lie at the heart of a whole range of PC security, stability and performance issues that anyone experience.

Useful Information-

The .SHS file type can become infected and should be carefully scanned if someone sends you a file with this extension.