[cut-n-paste from sophos.com]
Name Troj/Candun-E
Type
* Trojan
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Downloads code from the internet
Aliases
* Vundo trojan
* Trojan.Win32.BHO.g
* Win32/BHO.G
* destructive program named W32/Trojan.KFE
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
Troj/Candun-E is a downloading Trojan for the Windows platform.
When installed Troj/Candun-E is registered as a COM object and
Browser Helper Object (BHO) for Microsoft Internet Explorer.
Name Troj/Agent-ECV
Type
* Trojan
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Downloads code from the internet
* Reduces system security
* Leaves non-infected files on computer
Aliases
* Trojan-Downloader.Win32.Agent.awf
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
Troj/Agent-ECV is a Trojan for the Windows platform.
Troj/Agent-ECV includes functionality to access the internet and
communicate with a remote server via HTTP.
Troj/Agent-ECV contains functionality to lower Microsoft Internet
Explorer security zone settings.
Advanced
Troj/Agent-ECV is a Trojan for the Windows platform.
Troj/Agent-ECV includes functionality to access the internet and
communicate with a remote server via HTTP.
Troj/Agent-ECV contains functionality to lower Microsoft Internet
Explorer security zone settings.
When Troj/Agent-ECV is installed it creates the file Temp\abc123.pid.
This file can be safely deleted.
Name W32/Feebs-BI
Type
* Worm
How it spreads
* Email attachments
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Downloads code from the internet
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
W32/Feebs-BI is a worm for the Windows platform.
Name W32/Delbot-I
Type
* Worm
How it spreads
* Network shares
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Allows others to access the computer
* Installs itself in the Registry
* Exploits system or software vulnerabilities
* Enables remote access
Aliases
* Win32/Rinbot.C
* BackDoor-DKV trojan
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
W32/Delbot-I is an IRC worm with backdoor functionality which allows
a remote intruder to gain access and control over the computer.
W32/Delbot-I spreads to other network computers by scanning network
shares for weak passwords and by exploiting common buffer overflow
vulnerabilities, including Symantec (SYM06-010).
Advanced
W32/Delbot-I is an IRC worm with backdoor functionality which allows
a remote intruder to gain access and control over the computer.
W32/Delbot-I spreads to other network computers by scanning network
shares for weak passwords and by exploiting common buffer overflow
vulnerabilities, including Symantec (SYM06-010).
When first run W32/Delbot-I copies itself to \resvs.exe.
The following registry entry is created to run resvs.exe on startup:
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
Registry Service
System\resvs.exe
Name W32/Tilebot-IY
Type
* Worm
How it spreads
* Network shares
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Allows others to access the computer
* Installs itself in the Registry
* Exploits system or software vulnerabilities
* Enables remote access
Aliases
* Backdoor.Win32.SdBot.xd
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
W32/Tilebot-IY is a worm with IRC backdoor functionality for the
Windows platform.
Advanced
W32/Tilebot-IY is a worm with IRC backdoor functionality for the
Windows platform.
W32/Tilebot-IY spreads to other network computers by exploiting
common buffer overflow vulnerabilities, including: LSASS (MS04-011),
SRVSVC (MS06-040), RPC-DCOM (MS04-012), PNP (MS05-039), ASN.1
(MS04-007), RealVNC (CVE-2006-2369) and Symantec (SYM06-010).
W32/Tilebot-IY runs continuously in the background, providing a
backdoor server which allows a remote intruder to gain access and
control over the computer via IRC channels.
W32/Tilebot-IY includes functionality to access the internet and
communicate with a remote server via HTTP.
When first run W32/Tilebot-IY copies itself to \system.exe.
The file system.exe is registered as a new system driver service
named "SYSTEMSVC", with a display name of "Windows System
Service"
and a startup type of automatic, so that it is started automatically
during system startup. Registry entries are created under:
HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\SYSTEMSVC
W32/Tilebot-IY sets the following registry entries, disabling the
automatic startup of other software:
HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\Messenger
Start
4
HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\RemoteRegistry
Start
4
HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\TlntSvr
Start
4
Registry entries are set as follows:
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\WindowsFirewall\DomainProfile
EnableFirewall
0
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\WindowsFirewall\StandardProfile
EnableFirewall
0
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate
DoNotAllowXPSP2
1
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Ole
EnableDCOM
N
Registry entries are created under:
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Security Center
Name W32/Rbot-GGU
Type
* Worm
How it spreads
* Network shares
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Allows others to access the computer
* Installs itself in the Registry
* Enables remote access
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
W32/Rbot-GGU is a worm with IRC backdoor functionality for the
Windows platform.
W32/Rbot-GGU spreads
- to computers vulnerable to common exploits, including: LSASS
(MS04-011), SRVSVC (MS06-040), RPC-DCOM (MS04-012), PNP (MS05-039),
ASN.1 (MS04-007), RealVNC (CVE-2006-2369) and Symantec (SYM06-010)
- to network shares protected by weak passwords
Advanced
W32/Rbot-GGU is a worm with IRC backdoor functionality for the
Windows platform.
W32/Rbot-GGU spreads
- to computers vulnerable to common exploits, including: LSASS
(MS04-011), SRVSVC (MS06-040), RPC-DCOM (MS04-012), PNP (MS05-039),
ASN.1 (MS04-007), RealVNC (CVE-2006-2369) and Symantec (SYM06-010)
- to network shares protected by weak passwords
The following patches for the operating system vulnerabilities
exploited by the worm can be obtained from the Microsoft website:
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/MS04-011.mspx
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/MS06-040.mspx
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/MS04-012.mspx
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/MS05-039.mspx
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/MS04-007.mspx
W32/Rbot-GGU runs continuously in the background, providing a
backdoor server which allows a remote intruder to gain access and
control over the computer via IRC channels.
When first run W32/Rbot-GGU copies itself to \rtvcscan.exe.
The following registry entries are created to run rtvcscan.exe on
startup:
HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
Microsoft
rtvcscan.exe
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
Microsoft
rtvcscan.exe
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunServices
Microsoft
rtvcscan.exe
Name W32/Rbot-GGY
Type
* Spyware Worm
How it spreads
* Network shares
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Turns off anti-virus applications
* Allows others to access the computer
* Steals information
* Drops more malware
* Reduces system security
* Installs itself in the Registry
* Exploits system or software vulnerabilities
* Used in DOS attacks
* Scans network for vulnerabilities
* Scans network for weak passwords
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
W32/Rbot-GGY is a worm with backdoor functionality for the Windows
platform.
W32/Rbot-GGY spreads to other network computers by exploiting common
buffer over flow vulnerabilities, including: LSASS (MS04-011), SRVSVC
(MS06-040), ASN.1 (MS04-007) and Symantec (SYM06-010). The worm may
also spread via networks shares protected by weak passwords.
Advanced
W32/Rbot-GGY is a worm with backdoor functionality for the Windows
platform.
W32/Rbot-GGY spreads to other network computers by exploiting common
buffer over flow vulnerabilities, including: LSASS (MS04-011), SRVSVC
(MS06-040), ASN.1 (MS04-007) and Symantec (SYM06-010). The worm may
also spread via networks shares protected by weak passwords.
When first run W32/Rbot-GGY copies itself to \.exe and creates the file \a.bat.
The file a.bat is detected as Troj/Batten-B.
W32/Rbot-GGY sets the following registry entry:
HKLM\SOFWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
Microsoft Windows Update
HKLM\SOFWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunServices
Microsoft Windows Update
HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunServices
Microsoft Windows Update
W32/Rbot-GGY can receive commands from a remote intruder to delete
network shares, log keypresses, participate in DDoS attacks, scan
other computers for vulnerabilities, steal passwords, steal
registration keys for computer games, create administrator accounts,
terminate firewall and anti-virus processes.
The worm also sets the following registry entries:
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Ole
EnableDCOM
N
HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Lsa
restrictanonymous
1
HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\SharedAccess\Parameters\
FirewallPolicy\StandardProfile\AuthorizedApplications\List
h
h:*:Enabled:Microsoft Windows Update.
Name Troj/Small-ECT
Type
* Trojan
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Downloads code from the internet
* Installs itself in the Registry
Aliases
* Backdoor.Win32.Small.ob
* BKDR_SMALL.EIT
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
Troj/Small-ECT is a Trojan for the Windows platform.
Troj/Small-ECT includes functionality to access the internet and
communicate with a remote server via HTTP.
Advanced
Troj/Small-ECT is a Trojan for the Windows platform.
Troj/Small-ECT includes functionality to access the internet and
communicate with a remote server via HTTP.
When first run Troj/Small-ECT copies itself to \acrmon32.exe
and creates the file \ptfcfg.ini.
The following registry entry is created to run acrmon32.exe on startup:
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
Acrobat
\acrmon32.exe
Name W32/Fujacks-AC
Type
* Virus
How it spreads
* Network shares
* Web downloads
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Turns off anti-virus applications
* Allows others to access the computer
* Installs itself in the Registry
* Leaves non-infected files on computer
Aliases
* Worm.Win32.Fujack.l
* W32/Fujack.J
* W32/Fujacks.q
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
W32/Fujacks-AC is a virus for the Windows platform.
W32/Fujacks-AC spreads to other network computers using Windows file
sharing.
W32/Fujacks-AC spreads to removable devices attached to the computer.
W32/Fujacks-AC infects HTML files with a malicious download link.
W32/Fujacks-AC includes functionality to access the internet and
communicate with a remote server via HTTP.
Advanced
W32/Fujacks-AC is a virus for the Windows platform.
W32/Fujacks-AC spreads to other network computers using Windows file
sharing.
W32/Fujacks-AC spreads to removable devices attached to the computer.
W32/Fujacks-AC infects HTML files with a malicious download link.
W32/Fujacks-AC includes functionality to access the internet and
communicate with a remote server via HTTP.
When first run W32/Fujacks-AC copies itself to
\drivers\spoclsv.exe.
The following registry entry is created to run spoclsv.exe on startup:
HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
svcshare
\drivers\spoclsv.exe
The following registry entry is set:
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced\Folder
\Hidden\SHOWALL
CheckedValue
0
W32/Fujacks-AC may leave non-infected files named Desktop_.ini on the
computer.
W32/Fujacks-AC may copy itself to other network computers using
Windows file sharing with the filename GameSetup.exe.
W32/Fujacks-AC may delete network shares on the computer.
W32/Fujacks-AC may copy itself to removable devices and other drives
attached to the computer with the filename setup.exe. W32/Fujacks-AC
will then create the file autorun.inf on that device in order to
execute setup.exe whenever the device is attached to a computer.
Name W32/Fujacks-AD
Type
* Worm
How it spreads
* Network shares
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Allows others to access the computer
* Installs itself in the Registry
* Enables remote access
Aliases
* Win32/Fujacks.L
* Worm.Win32.Delf.bd
* W32/Fujacks.worm
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
W32/Fujacks-AD is a worm with backdoor functionality for the Windows
platform.
Advanced
W32/Fujacks-AD is a worm with backdoor functionality for the Windows
platform.
W32/Fujacks-AD spreads to other network computers.
W32/Fujacks-AD runs continuously in the background, providing a
backdoor server which allows a remote intruder to gain access and
control over the computer.
W32/Fujacks-AD includes functionality to access the internet and
communicate with a remote server via HTTP.
When first run W32/Fujacks-AD copies itself to
\drivers\spoclsv.exe.
The following registry entry is created to run spoclsv.exe on startup:
HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
svcshare
\drivers\spoclsv.exe
The following registry entry is set:
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced\Folder
\Hidden\SHOWALL
CheckedValue
0
Name W32/Reyds-A
Type
* Virus
How it spreads
* Infected files
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Turns off anti-virus applications
* Drops more malware
* Installs itself in the Registry
Aliases
* W32.Reyds.A
* PE_REYDS.A
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
W32/Reyds-A is a prepending virus for the Windows platform.
W32/Reyds-A infects files in the Windows system folder with an SCR or
EXE extension.
W32/Reyds-A drops and executes a file detected as Troj/Delf-DZX.
Advanced
W32/Reyds-A is a prepending virus for the Windows platform.
W32/Reyds-A infects files in the Windows system folder with an SCR or
EXE extension.
W32/Reyds-A drops and executes the file \Supervise.exe. This
file is detected as Troj/Delf-DZX.
W32/Reyds-A includes functionality to terminate processes related to
security applications.
W32/Reyds-A copies itself to \Death.exe and creates the
following registry entry in order to be run automatically:
HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
Death.exe
\Death.exe
Name W32/Tilebot-IZ
Type
* Worm
How it spreads
* Network shares
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Allows others to access the computer
* Installs itself in the Registry
Aliases
* W32/IRCbot.gen
* Win32/IRCBot.WC
* W32/Ircbot.XR
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
W32/Tilebot-IZ is a worm with backdoor functionality for the Windows
platform.
W32/Tilebot-IZ includes functionality to access the internet and
communicate with a remote server via HTTP.
Advanced
W32/Tilebot-IZ is a worm with backdoor functionality for the Windows
platform.
W32/Tilebot-IZ includes functionality to access the internet and
communicate with a remote server via HTTP.
When first run W32/Tilebot-IZ copies itself to \winlogon.exe
and creates the file \delsvc.cmd. This file may be safely
deleted.
The file \winlogon.exe is registered as a new system driver
service named "WinLogon", with a display name of "Logon
Process" and
a startup type of automatic, so that it is started automatically
during system startup. Registry entries are created under:
HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WinLogon
Name Unix/Froot-A
Type
* Worm
Affected operating systems
* Unix
Side effects
* Allows others to access the computer
* Exploits system or software vulnerabilities
* Leaves non-infected files on computer
Aliases
* Wanuk
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
Unix/Froot-A is an internet worm which propagates using a
vulnerability on Solaris systems in the telnetd program.
Name Troj/Hider-O
Type
* Trojan
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Reduces system security
* Installs itself in the Registry
Aliases
* Trojan.Win32.Hider.i
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
Troj/Hider-O is aTrojan for the Windows platform.
Advanced
Troj/Hider-O is aTrojan for the Windows platform.
When installed Troj/Hider-O copies itself to the \isass.exe.
The file isass.exe is registered as a new system driver service named
"CSNetManagerXp", with a display name of "CSNetManagerXp" and a
startup type of automatic, so that it is started automatically during
system startup. Registry entries are created under:
HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\CSNetManagerXp\
Name W32/Looked-CE
Type
* Virus
How it spreads
* Network shares
* Infected files
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Modifies data on the computer
* Installs itself in the Registry
Aliases
* W32/HLLP.Philis.gg
* Worm.Win32.Viking.ha
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
W32/Looked-CE is a virus for the Windows platform that attempts to
infect executable files and may contain network functionality.
Advanced
W32/Looked-CE is a virus for the Windows platform that attempts to
infect executable files and may contain network functionality.
When W32/Looked-CE is installed the following files are created:
\Logo1_.exe
\uninstall\rundl132.exe
These files are also detected as W32/Looked-CE.
The following registry entry is created to run rundl132.exe on startup:
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
load
\uninstall\rundl132.exe
Name W32/Delbot-N
Type
* Worm
How it spreads
* Email attachments
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Allows others to access the computer
* Downloads code from the internet
* Installs itself in the Registry
* Exploits system or software vulnerabilities
* Scans network for vulnerabilities
* Scans network for weak passwords
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
W32/Delbot-N is a worm with backdoor functionality which allows a
remote intruder to gain access and control over the computer.
Advanced
W32/Delbot-N is a worm with backdoor functionality which allows a
remote intruder to gain access and control over the computer.
W32/Delbot-N spreads to other network computers by exploiting common
buffer over flow vulnerabilities, including: Symantec (SYM06-010) and
SRVSVC (MS06-040). The worm may also spread via networks shares
protected by weak passwords. W32/Delbot-N includes functionality to
download, install and run new software.
When first run W32/Delbot-N copies itself to \symmec.exe and
attempts to download a file to \jpb.exe. This file was detected as
W32/IRCBot-UW.
The following registry entry is created to run symmec.exe on startup:
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
Symmetrical Network
System\symmec.exe
Name Troj/Cimuz-BY
Type
* Trojan
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Installs itself in the Registry
* Installs a browser helper object
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
Troj/Cimuz-BY is a Trojan for the Windows platform.
Advanced
Troj/Cimuz-BY is a Trojan for the Windows platform.
When run, the Trojan creates the file \ipv6monl.dll and this
file is detected as Troj/Cimuz-BY.
The following registry entry is set, affecting internet security:
HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\SharedAccess\Parameters\Firewall
Policy\
StandardProfile\AuthorizedApplications\List\\Internet
Explorer
IEXPLORE.EXE
\Internet Explorer\IEXPLORE.EXE:*:Enabled:Internet
Explorer
Name Troj/Crybot-G
Type
* Trojan
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Allows others to access the computer
* Installs itself in the Registry
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
Troj/Crybot-G is a backdoor Trojan which allows a remote intruder to
gain access and control over the computer.
Advanced
Troj/Crybot-G is a backdoor Trojan which allows a remote intruder to
gain access and control over the computer.
Troj/Crybot-G includes functionality to access the internet and
communicate with a remote server via HTTP.
When first run Troj/Crybot-G copies itself to \explorer.exe.
Troj/Crybot-G is registered as a new system driver service named
"DirectFezt", with a display name of "DirectX Service"
and a startup
type of automatic, so that it is started automatically during system
startup. Registry entries are created under:
HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\DirectFezt
Registry entries are created under:
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\DirectFezt
Name W32/Sdbot-CZY
Type
* Spyware Worm
How it spreads
* Chat programs
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Allows others to access the computer
* Steals information
* Downloads code from the internet
* Records keystrokes
* Installs itself in the Registry
* Exploits system or software vulnerabilities
* Scans network for vulnerabilities
* Scans network for weak passwords
* Scans network for open ports
Aliases
* Backdoor.Win32.SdBot.xd
* W32/Sdbot.VYC
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
W32/Sdbot-CZY is a worm for Windows platforms which allows
unauthorised remote access to the computer via IRC channels.
Advanced
W32/Sdbot-CZY is a worm for Windows platforms which allows
unauthorised remote access to the computer via IRC channels.
W32/Sdbot-CZY spreads via AOL instant messenger.
When run, W32/Sdbot-CZY copies itself to the following folder :
\mside.exe
W32/Sdbot-CZY then runs in server mode on the infected computer and
waits for remote commands.
W32/Sdbot-CZY will attempt to connect to an IRC server and will
enable backdoor functionality including configuration and update
capabilities.
W32/Sdbot-CZY has a port scanner that is used to discover
vulnerabilities on the infected computer.
W32/Sdbot-CZY exploits the following software vulnerabilities:
LSASS (MS04-011)
SRVSVC (MS06-040)
RPC-DCOM (MS04-012)
PNP (MS05-039)
ASN.1 (MS04-007)
RealVNC (CVE-2006-2369)
W32/Sdbot-CZY may record keystrokes and steal confidential data from
different instant messenger clients.
W32/Sdbot-CZY includes functionality to spy on personal communication
messages including logins and passwords, when the user is chatting
with an instant messenger client.
The following registry entries will also be set by W32/Sdbot-CZY :
HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\mside\Security
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Shell Extensions\tray
HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\mside\ImagePath
"\mside.exe"
HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\mside\Description
"Microsoft Sata emulation"
Name W32/Sdbot-DAB
Type
* Worm
How it spreads
* Network shares
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Allows others to access the computer
* Installs itself in the Registry
* Exploits system or software vulnerabilities
* Scans network for vulnerabilities
* Scans network for weak passwords
Aliases
* Backdoor.Win32.VanBot.bf
* W32/Sdbot.worm!33800
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
W32/Sdbot-DAB is a worm with IRC backdoor functionality for the
Windows platform.
Advanced
W32/Sdbot-DAB is a worm with IRC backdoor functionality for the
Windows platform.
W32/Sdbot-DAB runs continuously in the background, providing a
backdoor server which allows a remote intruder to gain access and
control over the computer via IRC channels.
The intruder can perform the following actions :
scan networks for vulnerabilities
download/execute arbitrary files
start an ftp server
When first run W32/Sdbot-DAB copies itself to \szsvc.exe.
The worm spreads through network shares protected by weak passwords,
MS-SQL servers and through various operating system vulnerabilities.
The following registry entry is created to run szsvc.exe on startup:
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
zSecurity Service
System\szsvc.exe
Name W32/WowPWS-AU
Type
* Spyware Worm
How it spreads
* Email attachments
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Modifies data on the computer
* Steals information
* Installs itself in the Registry
Aliases
* Trojan-PSW.Win32.OnLineGames.jl
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
W32/WowPWS-AU is a mass mailing worm for the Windows platform.
W32/WowPWS-AU may send a copy of itself to addresses found in the
Windows
Address Book, and may imitate the senders email address.
The subject of sent emails may read: "Chinese test missile obliterates
satellite!"
The message body of sent emails reads:
"China last month successfully used a missile to destroy an orbiting
satellite,
U.S. government officials told CNN on Thursday, in a test that could
undermine
relations with the West and pose a threat to satellites important to
the U.S.
military.
According to a spokesman for the National Security Council, the
ground-based,
medium-range ballistic missile knocked an old Chinese weather
satellite from
its orbit about 537 miles above Earth. The missile carried a "kill
vehicle" and
destroyed the satellite by ramming it.
The test took place on January 11. (Watch why the U.S. has protested
the
missile strike )
Aviation Week and Space Technology first reported the test: "Details
emerging
from space sources indicate that the Chinese Feng Yun 1C (FY-1C)
polar orbit
weather satellite launched in 1999 was attacked by an asat
(anti-satellite)
system launched from or near the Xichang Space Center."
A U.S. official, who would not agree to be identified, said the event
was the
first successful test of the missile after three failures...
The detail news is here:
http://edition.cnn.com/2007/TECH/space/01/18/china.missile/index.html.
Watch the video to get more information! To watch the missile video,
please
install the CNN video plus version 9, click the attachment to install.
Copyright 2007 CNN. All rights reserved.This material may not be
published,
broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Associated Press contributed
to this
repor"
W32/WowPWS-AU attempts to steal passwords for the popular game World Of
Warcraft.
The worm also contains functionality to infect files with extension
"htm",
"php" and "asp". Such files are detected as Troj/Fujif-Gen.
Advanced
W32/WowPWS-AU is a mass mailing worm for the Windows platform.
W32/WowPWS-AU may send a copy of itself to addresses found in the
Windows
Address Book, and may imitate the senders email address.
The subject of sent emails may read: "Chinese test missile obliterates
satellite!"
The message body of sent emails reads:
"China last month successfully used a missile to destroy an orbiting
satellite,
U.S. government officials told CNN on Thursday, in a test that could
undermine
relations with the West and pose a threat to satellites important to
the U.S.
military.
According to a spokesman for the National Security Council, the
ground-based,
medium-range ballistic missile knocked an old Chinese weather
satellite from
its orbit about 537 miles above Earth. The missile carried a "kill
vehicle" and
destroyed the satellite by ramming it.
The test took place on January 11. (Watch why the U.S. has protested
the
missile strike )
Aviation Week and Space Technology first reported the test: "Details
emerging
from space sources indicate that the Chinese Feng Yun 1C (FY-1C)
polar orbit
weather satellite launched in 1999 was attacked by an asat
(anti-satellite)
system launched from or near the Xichang Space Center."
A U.S. official, who would not agree to be identified, said the event
was the
first successful test of the missile after three failures...
The detail news is here:
http://[edited].cnn.com/2007/TECH/space/01/18/china.missile/index.html.
Watch the video to get more information! To watch the missile video,
please
install the CNN video plus version 9, click the attachment to install.
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W32/WowPWS-AU attempts to steal passwords for the popular game World Of
Warcraft.
The worm also contains functionality to infect files with extension
"htm",
"php" and "asp". Such files are detected as Troj/Fujif-Gen.
When first run W32/WowPWS-AU copies itself to the Windows system
folder and
creates the file \Srvpl0.dll.
The following registry entry is created to run code exported by
Srvpl0.dll on
startup:
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\policies\Explorer\Run
1
rundll32.exe Srvpl0.dll,start WinLogon.exe
The following registry entry is set:
HKLM\SOFTWARE\INTEL\Srvpl0
FileName
original worm filename
Name W32/Looked-CF
Type
* Virus
How it spreads
* Infected files
Affected operating systems
* Windows
Side effects
* Turns off anti-virus applications
* Installs itself in the Registry
Aliases
* Worm.Win32.Viking.ha
* W32/HLLP.Philis.gm
* W32.Looked.BK
* PE_LOOKED.UG-O
Prevalence (1-5) 2
Description
W32/Looked-CF is a prepending virus for the Windows platform.
Advanced
W32/Looked-CF is a prepending virus for the Windows platform.
When first run, W32/Looked-CF copies itself to
\uninstall\rundl132.exe and creates the following registry
entry in order to be run automatically:
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
load
\uninstall\rundl132.exe
W32/Looked-CF includes functionality to access the internet and
communicate with a remote server using HTTP.
W32/Looked-CF attempts to terminate processes related to anti-virus
and security applications.
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