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W32.Chiton.gen

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Discovered: March 12, 2002
Updated: February 13, 2007 11:38:29 AM
Also Known As: W32.Shrug.gen
Type: Virus
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows XP


W32.Chiton.gen is a family of six viruses. Each of them displays a new technique.

Protection

  • Initial Rapid Release version March 12, 2002
  • Latest Rapid Release version August 20, 2008 revision 017
  • Initial Daily Certified version March 12, 2002
  • Latest Daily Certified version August 20, 2008 revision 016
  • Initial Weekly Certified release date March 13, 2002

Click here for a more detailed description of Rapid Release and Daily Certified virus definitions.

Writeup By: Peter Ferrie
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