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| Name: | Worm.BlackWorm | |
| Threat Level: | High |
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| Description: | BlackWorm is an internet worm that deletes all major anti-virus programs from the users computer. It propogates across the local network exploiting weak shares. This worm is programmed to delete important files and documents from the infected machine on the 3rd of every month. The first deletion is set to be on the 3rd of February, 2006. | |
| Type: | TT_Worm | |
| Also known as: | Kama Sutra Worm.VB.I | |
| Threat analysis: | Search ThreatExpert to view reports | |
| Removal: | This infection can be removed using Spyware Doctor. | |
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