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Discovered:
- January 3, 2004
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Updated:
- February 13, 2007 12:15:43 PM
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Also Known As:
- W32/Legemer.worm [McAfee]
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Type:
- Worm
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Systems Affected:
- Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP
W32.Miroot.Worm is a worm that attempts to spread through network shares and the QQ instant messaging program. This worm also attempts to steal passwords for the online game, Legend of Mir 2.
Antivirus Protection Dates
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Initial Rapid Release version January 5, 2004
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Latest Rapid Release version May 3, 2011 revision 018
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Initial Daily Certified version January 5, 2004
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Latest Daily Certified version May 3, 2011 revision 021
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Initial Weekly Certified release date January 7, 2004
Click for a more detailed description of Rapid Release and Daily Certified virus definitions.
Threat Assessment
Wild
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Wild Level: Low
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Number of Infections: 0 - 49
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Number of Sites: 0 - 2
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Geographical Distribution: Low
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Threat Containment: Easy
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Removal: Difficult
Distribution
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Distribution Level: Medium
Writeup By: Heather Shannon
