W32.Basbot

Discovered:
October 6, 2003
Updated:
February 13, 2007 12:08:42 PM
Also Known As:
Worm.Win32.Sdboter.d [KAV]
Type:
Worm
Systems Affected:
Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows XP

W32.Basbot is a network-aware worm that will attempt to connect to a predetermined IRC server to receive instructions from its author.

Antivirus Protection Dates

  • Initial Rapid Release version October 7, 2003
  • Latest Rapid Release version September 28, 2010 revision 054
  • Initial Daily Certified version October 7, 2003
  • Latest Daily Certified version September 28, 2010 revision 036
  • Initial Weekly Certified release date October 8, 2003
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Writeup By: Scott Gettis

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