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Name:	Worm.Sasser
Threat Level:	High
Description:	Worm.Sasser allows remote code execution using the buffer overrun vulnerability that exists in unpatched Windows 2000 and Windows XP operating systems. It attempts to start an FTP server on a random TCP port to spread itself to other machines.
Type:	TT_Worm
Also known as:	W32.Sasser.Worm [Symantec] Net-Worm.Win32.Sasser.d [Kaspersky]
Removal:	This infection can be removed using Spyware Doctor.

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