W32.Xabot.Worm

W32.Xabot.Worm is a worm that attempts to spread itself through the IRC and file-sharing networks. It also has backdoor Trojan Horse capabilities, which allows a hacker to gain control of a compromised computer. The existence of the file wininit32.exe is an indication of a possible infection.

Protection

• Initial Rapid Release version November 10, 2003
• Latest Rapid Release version July 26, 2008 revision 017
• Initial Daily Certified version November 10, 2003
• Latest Daily Certified version July 26, 2008 revision 018
• Initial Weekly Certified release date November 12, 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: Medium

Distribution

• Distribution Level: Medium