WS.Hacktool.2

Updated:

May 18, 2010 3:05:14 PM

Risk Impact:

Medium

Systems Affected:

Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows 2000

Behavior

WS.Hacktool.2 is a cloud based detection for files that have the characteristics of a hacktool.

Hacktool is a type of program that can be used by a hacker or unauthorized user to attack, gain unwelcome access to, or perform identification or profiling of a computer.

Antivirus Protection Dates

• Initial Rapid Release version March 27, 2009
• Latest Rapid Release version April 20, 2010 revision 025
• Initial Daily Certified version March 27, 2009 revision 005
• Latest Daily Certified version April 20, 2010 revision 024
• Initial Weekly Certified release date April 1, 2009