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Downloader.Fidar

Discovered:
May 21, 2003
Updated:
February 13, 2007 12:01:33 PM
Also Known As:
Trojan.Download.Fidar
Type:
Trojan Horse
Systems Affected:
Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows XP


Downloader.Fidar is a plug-in that is installed without your permission. It allows files to be downloaded without your knowledge or consent.

Note: Virus definitions dated June 6, 2006 or earlier may detect this threat as Trojan.Download.Fidar

Antivirus Protection Dates

  • Initial Rapid Release version May 22, 2003
  • Latest Rapid Release version August 20, 2008 revision 017
  • Initial Daily Certified version May 22, 2003
  • Latest Daily Certified version August 20, 2008 revision 016
  • Initial Weekly Certified release date May 22, 2003
Click here for a more detailed description of Rapid Release and Daily Certified virus definitions.
Writeup By: Maryl Magee

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