W32.Randex.gen

W32.Randex.gen is a generic detection for the W32.Randex family of worms. The Randex family is a family of network-aware worms that is distributed through IRC channels.

Protection

• Initial Rapid Release version December 2, 2003
• Latest Rapid Release version July 1, 2009 revision 040
• Initial Daily Certified version December 2, 2003
• Latest Daily Certified version July 1, 2009 revision 048
• Initial Weekly Certified release date December 3, 2003

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Threat Assessment

Wild

• Wild Level: Medium
• Number of Infections: More than 1000
• Number of Sites: More than 10
• Geographical Distribution: Medium
• Threat Containment: Easy
• Removal: Moderate

Damage

• Damage Level: Medium

Distribution

• Distribution Level: Medium