Discovered: October 16, 2005
Updated: February 13, 2007 12:45:32 PM
Also Known As: WORM_MYTOB.LP [Trend Micro]
Type: Worm
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP
W32.Mytob.KU@mm is a mass-mailing worm that opens a back door and lowers security settings on the compromised computer.
Antivirus Protection Dates
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Initial Rapid Release version October 16, 2005
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Latest Rapid Release version August 2, 2008 revision 020
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Initial Daily Certified version October 16, 2005
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Latest Daily Certified version January 20, 2009 revision 048
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Initial Weekly Certified release date October 17, 2005
Click for a more detailed description of Rapid Release and Daily Certified virus definitions.
Threat Assessment
Wild
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Wild Level: Low
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Number of Infections: 50 - 999
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Number of Sites: More than 10
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Geographical Distribution: Low
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Threat Containment: Easy
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Removal: Moderate
Damage
Distribution
Writeup By: Kaoru Hayashi
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