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Net-Worm:W32/Lovsan.E

Name : Net-Worm:W32/Lovsan.E
Category:Malware
Type:Net-Worm
Platform:W32

Summary

A type of worm that replicates by sending complete, independent copies of itself over a network.

Disinfection

Automatic Disinfection

Allow F-Secure Anti-Virus to disinfect the relevant files.

For more general information on disinfection, please see Removal Instructions.


Network Disinfection

For general instructions on disinfecting a local network infection, please see Eliminating A Local Network Outbreak.


Manual Disinfection

Caution: Manual disinfection is a risky process; it is recommended only for advanced users.

For full 8-step list of how to get rid of Lovsan, please see Net-Worm:W32/Lovsan

Additional Details

The new E variant of Net-Worm:W32/Lovsan was found on August 29th, 2003. This variant is functionally identical to Lovsan.A with a few minor differences:
  •  It uses the file name mslaugh.exe instead of MSBLAST.EXE.
  • It uses a different MUTEX name: 'SILLY'
  • The Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) target has been changed to kimble.org, which already points to 127.0.0.1, effectively causing the infected hosts to attack themselves
  • The used registry value has been changed to:

    'HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run\Windows Automation'

  • It has a different hidden message:

        'I dedicate this particular strain to me ANG3L -
        hope yer enj oying yerself and dont forget the promise for me B/DAY !!!!'