Koobface virus
Updated: 04 Nov 2011 | 3 comments
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I am currently using Symantec Anti-virus Full Version 10.1.8.8000. I have just been asked if we are protected against koobface. From what I have read it has reared it's ugly head again. I am new to Symantec, my previous employer used Trend and most recently Vipre and I knew where to go to determine if I had the virus definition that included protection against this latest risk. Can anyone assist me?
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Let me start out by saying
Let me start out by saying that you are using an old AV product. SAV only provides Antivirus, and these days you need a lot more than just AV.
You need to upgrade to our Endpoint Protection product for more security. SEP provides Firewall, IPS, Application & Device control and more.
Symantec Endpoint Protection Technologies Explained - http://www.symantec.com/business/support/index?pag...
The New SEP - http://www-uat.ges.symantec.com/business/theme.jsp...
The Koobface worm spreads through social networking sites, so user education is key to helping minumize the risk off infection. Blocking these sites in a workplace environment is your safest bet, but most companies these days need access to Social sites.
Follow the Security Best Practices for Protecting a Business Environment from Common Threats - http://www.symantec.com/business/support/index?pag...
W32.Koobface write-up - http://www.symantec.com/security_response/writeup....
I hope this info is helpful.
Koobface
So with this version..... am I protected from the worm W32.Koobface?
With all the unknown variants
With all the unknown variants out there, you need to follow the "PREVENTION AND AVOIDANCE" found on the technical details page.
http://www.symantec.com/security_response/writeup....
I suggest upgrading off the old AV engine ASAP.
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