Discovered: May 2, 2004
Updated: May 3, 2004 8:55:49 PM
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows XP
W32.Sasser.C.Worm is a worm that attempts to exploit the Microsoft Windows LSASS Buffer Overrun Vulnerability (BID 10108). The worm spreads by randomly scanning IP addresses for vulnerable systems. It is a minor variant of W32.Sasser.B.Worm. It spawns 1024 threads in an attempt to spread itself in comparison to 128 threads spawned by W32.Sasser.B.Worm.
Protection
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Initial Rapid Release version pending
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Latest Rapid Release version pending
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Initial Daily Certified version pending
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Latest Daily Certified version pending
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Initial Weekly Certified release date pending
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