W32.Mafeg

W32.Mafeg is a memory-resident, file-appending worm that attempts to spread itself through shared network resources.

The size of the infected file is increased by 4,180 bytes.

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Note: Definitions dated prior to Oct 20, 2003 may detect this threat as Bloodhound.W32.1.

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Protection

• Initial Rapid Release version October 20, 2003
• Latest Rapid Release version October 20, 2003
• Initial Daily Certified version October 20, 2003
• Latest Daily Certified version October 20, 2003
• Initial Weekly Certified release date October 22, 2003

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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: Low

Distribution

• Distribution Level: Medium