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W32.Kelvir.AP

Risk Level 2: Low

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Discovered: April 26, 2005
Updated: February 13, 2007 12:37:57 PM
Also Known As: W32/Kelvir.worm.gen [McAfee]
Type: Worm
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP


W32.Kelvir.AP is a worm that sends a message to all MSN messenger contacts on the compromised computer and attempts to download a file.

Protection

  • Initial Rapid Release version April 27, 2005
  • Latest Rapid Release version April 27, 2005
  • Initial Daily Certified version April 27, 2005
  • Latest Daily Certified version April 27, 2005
  • Initial Weekly Certified release date April 27, 2005

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

Threat Assessment

Wild

  • Wild Level: Low
  • Number of Infections: 0 - 49
  • Number of Sites: 0 - 2
  • Geographical Distribution: Low
  • Threat Containment: Easy
  • Removal: Moderate

Damage

  • Damage Level: Medium

Distribution

  • Distribution Level: Medium

Writeup By: Fergal Ladley
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