May 3, 2004

New Worm called Sasser

Symantec: THREAT: W32.Sasser.B.Worm

CATEGORY: 4

W32.Sasser.B.Worm attempts to exploit the LSASS vulnerability described in Microsoft Security Bulletin MS04-011, and spreads by scanning randomly-chosen IP addresses for vulnerable systems.

STEP 1: Read Critical Information

STEP 2: Update your Virus Definitions

STEP 3: Download Removal Tool

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