W32.HLLW.Gaobot.RQ

W32.HLLW.Gaobot.RQ is a network-aware worm that spreads itself through network shares and IRC networks. The worm also has backdoor capabilities.

Protection

• Initial Rapid Release version March 22, 2004
• Latest Rapid Release version July 19, 2008 revision 019
• Initial Daily Certified version March 22, 2004
• Latest Daily Certified version January 20, 2009 revision 048
• Initial Weekly Certified release date March 22, 2004

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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: Medium