Backdoor.Maxload

Backdoor.Maxload is a backdoor Trojan horse that affects Linux and Unix computers and allows unauthorized remote access to an infected computer.

Protection

• Initial Rapid Release version November 5, 2004
• Latest Rapid Release version July 12, 2008 revision 018
• Initial Daily Certified version November 5, 2004
• Latest Daily Certified version July 12, 2008 revision 019
• Initial Weekly Certified release date November 8, 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: Easy

Damage

• Damage Level: Medium

Distribution

• Distribution Level: Low