Linux.Lion.Worm

Linux.Lion is a dangerous Linux worm that infects computers running Linux. This worm is similar to Linux.Ramen and does not execute on systems running Microsoft Windows.

Protection

• Initial Rapid Release version March 23, 2001
• Latest Rapid Release version August 20, 2008 revision 017
• Initial Daily Certified version March 23, 2001
• Latest Daily Certified version August 20, 2008 revision 016
• Initial Weekly Certified release date March 23, 2001

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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: Low