Linux.Mare.K

Risk Level 2: Low

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Discovered: March 15, 2006

Updated: March 15, 2006 3:17:24 PM

Also Known As: ELF_MARE.K [Trend],

Systems Affected: Linux

CVE References: CVE-2005-1921, CVE-2004-1693, CVE-2005-2116

Linux.Mare.K is a worm that spreads by exploiting vulnerabilities. The worm opens a back door and downloads and executes remote files on the compromised computer.

Protection

Initial Rapid Release version March 15, 2006
Latest Rapid Release version August 20, 2008 revision 017
Initial Daily Certified version March 15, 2006
Latest Daily Certified version August 20, 2008 revision 016
Initial Weekly Certified release date March 15, 2006

Click here for a more detailed description of Rapid Release and Daily Certified virus definitions.

Writeup By: Mircea Ciubotariu

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