Summary

For more information on Word macro viruses, see WordMacro/Concept.

WordMacro/Showoff was found from USA in the end of 1996. After that it has become common all over the world.

Additional Details

Showoff consists of three encrypted macros: AUTOOPEN, CFXX and SHOW. It infects document whenever they are opened or closed.

Showoff contains code to display messages like:

        ra ono we, U can delete this mess later

The virus does not contain any directly harmful code.

VARIANT:

Showoff.C

This version activates on some dates and displays a dialog box like this:

        Watch this !!!
        TO ONE OF US, PEACE !
        Puff !!
        HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

[Analysis: Mikko Hypponen, F-Secure]