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Full Name:
SpyBot-CY Websearch   Read More
Type: Worm
Also Known as: W32/SpyBot-CY(SOPHOS)
SG Index: 7 [Explain]
Category Description: Virus-like program that spreads automatically to other computers by sending itself out by email or by any other means. A program that propagates itself by attacking other machines and copying itself to the affected machine.

Worms have self-replicating code that travels from machine to machine by various means. A worms first objective is merely propagation. Worms can be destructive depending on what payload they have been given. Worms may replace files, but do not insert themselves into files.
Comment: This worm attempts to disable security software and open ports on compromised computer.
Has the ability to allow attacker to connect to computer to control keyboard, log keystrokes, run copy or delete files, setup a webserver to allow access to files, and control cdrom drive.
   
Properties:
  •  Adds other software
  •  Allows remote connect
  •  Allows remote control
  •  Attacks security software
  •  Logs keystrokes
  •  Opens ports
  •  Stealth Tactics
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