Backdoor.Optix.05

Backdoor.Optix.05 is a Backdoor Trojan that is a variant of Backdoor.Optix.04.c. By default, it listens on port 5151. The Trojan attempts to terminate or close any processes or windows belonging to various programs, including antivirus and security programs.

Protection

• Initial Rapid Release version February 6, 2003
• Latest Rapid Release version August 20, 2008 revision 017
• Initial Daily Certified version February 6, 2003
• Latest Daily Certified version August 20, 2008 revision 016
• Initial Weekly Certified release date February 12, 2003

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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: Low