- Discovered:
- January 3, 2005
- Updated:
- February 13, 2007 12:31:27 PM
- Also Known As:
- Win32.Lioten.IE [Computer Asso, Backdoor.Win32.SdBot.gen [Kasp, W32/Sdbot.worm.gen.t [McAfee], W32/Sdbot-SX [Sophos], WORM_SDBOT.AHN [Trend Micro]
- Type:
- Worm
- Systems Affected:
- Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP
Backdoor.Sdbot.AI is a network-aware worm with back door capabilities. It allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to the infected computer and spreads via network shares.
Antivirus Protection Dates
- Initial Rapid Release version January 3, 2005
- Latest Rapid Release version September 28, 2010 revision 054
- Initial Daily Certified version January 3, 2005
- Latest Daily Certified version September 28, 2010 revision 036
- Initial Weekly Certified release date January 5, 2005
Click here for a more detailed description of Rapid Release and Daily Certified virus definitions.
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: High
Writeup By: Fergal Ladley



