Backdoor.Sdbot.AK

Risk Level 2: Low

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Discovered: January 14, 2005
Updated: February 13, 2007 12:31:59 PM
Also Known As: Win32.Slinbot.UG [Computer Ass, Backdoor.Win32.SdBot.gen [Kasp, W32/Sdbot.worm.gen.h [McAfee], W32/Sdbot-Fam [Sophos], WORM_SDBOT.GEN [Trend Micro]
Type: Worm
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP


Backdoor.Sdbot.AK is a network-aware worm that opens a back door and allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to the compromised computer.

Protection

  • Initial Rapid Release version January 14, 2005
  • Latest Rapid Release version July 12, 2008 revision 018
  • Initial Daily Certified version January 14, 2005
  • Latest Daily Certified version July 12, 2008 revision 019
  • Initial Weekly Certified release date January 19, 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: Medium

Writeup By: Ka Chun Leung
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