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AIM worm - rootkit delivered

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This thread's last reply is from October 31, 2005, 2:05 PM UTC. Software, malware, and removal-tool advice below may be out of date — treat specific steps and download links with caution.

Susan528 MRU Master
October 31, 2005, 1:47 PM UTC
"This is the first time that we have seen a rootkit as part of the bundle of applications that is sent to your machine. It is a disturbing trend."

In addition to the "lockx.exe" rootkit file, the new worm delivers a version of the Sdbot Trojan horse, said FaceTime, which sells products to protect instant-messaging traffic. Sdbot opens a backdoor on the infected PC. The worm also places several spyware and adware applications, including 180Solutions, Zango, the Freepod Toolbar, MaxSearch, Media Gateway and SearchMiracle, the company added.

Also, the malicious applications will attempt to disable security programs and change the search page on the user's Web browser, FaceTime said.


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Nick-YF19 Admin/Teacher Emeritus
October 31, 2005, 2:05 PM UTC
Moved from the program updates forum.