W32.RemoteExplore

This virus targets the Windows NT environment. It infects executable files on the infected computer and attached network drives.

Protection

• Initial Rapid Release version May 28, 1998
• Latest Rapid Release version May 28, 1998
• Initial Daily Certified version May 28, 1998
• Latest Daily Certified version May 28, 1998
• Initial Weekly Certified release date pending

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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: Medium