W32.Spybot.AKKC

W32.Spybot.AKKC is a network-aware worm that opens a back door on the compromised computer and has distributed denial of service capabilities. The worm spreads to network shares and by exploiting vulnerabilities.

Protection

• Initial Rapid Release version August 22, 2006
• Latest Rapid Release version March 5, 2008 revision 053
• Initial Daily Certified version August 22, 2006
• Latest Daily Certified version March 5, 2008 revision 054
• Initial Weekly Certified release date August 23, 2006

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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: Easy

Damage

• Damage Level: Medium

Distribution

• Distribution Level: Medium