Discovered: May 2, 2006
Updated: May 2, 2006 5:25:58 PM
Also Known As: WORM_MYTOB.QK [Trend], W32/Mytob-IS [Sophos]
Type: Worm
Systems Affected: Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows XP
W32.Mytob.PO@mm is a mass-mailing worm that opens a back door and lowers security settings on the compromised computer.
Protection
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Initial Rapid Release version May 3, 2006
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Latest Rapid Release version May 3, 2006
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Initial Daily Certified version May 3, 2006
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Latest Daily Certified version May 3, 2006
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Initial Weekly Certified release date May 3, 2006
Click for a more detailed description of Rapid Release and Daily Certified virus definitions.
Writeup By: Elia Florio
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