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Discovered:
- October 13, 2004
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Updated:
- February 13, 2007 12:28:25 PM
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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.Bitter is a worm that may be able to propagate through file-share networks. It is produced by a constructor kit and can inject itself into other processes.
Antivirus Protection Dates
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Initial Rapid Release version October 13, 2004
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Latest Rapid Release version September 28, 2010 revision 054
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Initial Daily Certified version October 13, 2004
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Latest Daily Certified version September 28, 2010 revision 036
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Initial Weekly Certified release date October 13, 2004
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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: Easy
Writeup By: Paul Mangan
