W32.Esbot.D

W32.Esbot.D is a worm that exploits the Microsoft Windows Plug and Play Buffer Overflow Vulnerability (described in Microsoft Security Bulletin MS05-039) and opens a back door that allows a remote attacker access to the compromised computer.



September 15, 2005: Updated with information about the removal tool.

Protection

• Initial Rapid Release version September 15, 2005
• Latest Rapid Release version August 2, 2008 revision 020
• Initial Daily Certified version September 15, 2005
• Latest Daily Certified version January 20, 2009 revision 048
• Initial Weekly Certified release date September 15, 2005

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Threat Assessment

Wild

• Wild Level: Low
• Number of Infections: 0 - 49
• Number of Sites: More than 10
• Geographical Distribution: Low
• Threat Containment: Easy
• Removal: Moderate

Damage

• Damage Level: Medium

Distribution

• Distribution Level: Medium