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- Updated:
- February 13, 2007 11:55:39 AM
- Type:
- Worm
This worm spreads via Microsoft Outlook Express. Make sure that you have the security patch installed for Microsoft Outlook Express. For more information, go to
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/MS00-043.asp
WScript.KakWorm.C inserts the following files on an infected system:
· C:\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\StartUp\Exec.hta
· C:\Windows\System\Exec.hta
· C:\Windows\Exc.reg
· C:\Windows\Execfall.reg
· C:\Windows\Exc.htm
Antivirus Protection Dates
- Initial Rapid Release version October 25, 2000
- Latest Rapid Release version September 28, 2010 revision 054
- Initial Daily Certified version October 25, 2000
- Latest Daily Certified version September 28, 2010 revision 036
- Initial Weekly Certified release date pending
Click here for a more detailed description of Rapid Release and Daily Certified virus definitions.
Threat Assessment
Wild
- Wild Level: Low
- Number of Infections: 0 - 49
- Number of Sites: 3 - 9
- Geographical Distribution: Low
- Threat Containment: Easy
- Removal: Easy
Damage
- Damage Level: Low
Distribution
- Distribution Level: Medium
