Trojan.Rootserv

Trojan.Rootserv is a Trojan horse that uses kernel mode root kit technology to hide processes, files and registry entries. It also ends and prevents from running various security-related processes.

Note:

• This Trojan is dropped by W32.Beagle.FF@mm.
• Definitions prior to 22nd June 2006 may detect this threat as Hacktool.Rootkit.

Protection

• Initial Rapid Release version June 20, 2006
• Latest Rapid Release version June 20, 2006
• Initial Daily Certified version June 20, 2006
• Latest Daily Certified version June 20, 2006
• Initial Weekly Certified release date June 21, 2006

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Threat Assessment

Wild

• Wild Level: Low
• Number of Infections: 0 - 49
• Number of Sites: 0 - 2
• Geographical Distribution: Low
• Threat Containment: Easy
• Removal: Easy

Damage

• Damage Level: Low

Distribution

• Distribution Level: Low