W32.Randex.BRD

W32.Randex.BRD is a network-aware worm that spreads to network shares protected by weak passwords. It also opens a backdoor and may be remotely controlled via IRC channels.

Protection

• Initial Rapid Release version October 27, 2004
• Latest Rapid Release version March 3, 2008 revision 035
• Initial Daily Certified version October 27, 2004
• Latest Daily Certified version March 3, 2008 revision 037
• Initial Weekly Certified release date October 27, 2004

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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: Medium