W32.Guapim

W32.Guapim is a worm that spreads through Instant Messenger programs and file-sharing networks. It attempts to lower security settings on the compromised computer and may download and execute a copy of W32.Spybot.Worm.

Protection

• Initial Rapid Release version August 23, 2005
• Latest Rapid Release version June 4, 2009 revision 053
• Initial Daily Certified version August 23, 2005
• Latest Daily Certified version June 5, 2009 revision 022
• Initial Weekly Certified release date August 24, 2005

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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: High