Backdoor.Sdbot.H

Backdoor.Sdbot.H is a Backdoor Trojan Horse that is a variant of Backdoor.Sdbot. This Trojan allows for its author to control a computer by using Internet Relay Chat (IRC).

The existence of the file, %System%\I3Explorer.exe (or a similar filename, such as IEEexplore.exe), is an indication of a possible infection.

Backdoor.Sdbot can update itself by checking for newer versions over the Internet.

Protection

• Initial Rapid Release version April 18, 2003
• Latest Rapid Release version August 20, 2008 revision 017
• Initial Daily Certified version April 18, 2003
• Latest Daily Certified version August 20, 2008 revision 016
• Initial Weekly Certified release date April 23, 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: Low