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- Discovered:
- October 9, 2000
- Updated:
- February 13, 2007 11:50:25 AM
- Type:
- Worm
The W32.Sonic.Worm is an email worm that appears to have originated in France. The worm emails itself to addresses in the Windows address book. Once executed, the worm attempts to download additional files, including commercial .dll files that provide emailing routines and an updated version of the worm.
The worm also creates a back door that allows remote access to the computer.
Antivirus Protection Dates
- Initial Rapid Release version October 9, 2000
- Latest Rapid Release version January 17, 2012 revision 001
- Initial Daily Certified version October 9, 2000
- Latest Daily Certified version January 17, 2012 revision 003
- 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: Medium
- Number of Infections: 50 - 999
- Number of Sites: More than 10
- Geographical Distribution: Medium
- Threat Containment: Easy
- Removal: Moderate
Damage
- Damage Level: Medium
Distribution
- Distribution Level: High
Writeup By: Eric Chien
