Backdoor.Redkod

Backdoor.Redkod is a Backdoor Trojan that gives its creator full control over your Windows NT/2000/XP computer. By default, the Backdoor listens on port 58666.

Protection

• Initial Rapid Release version February 26, 2003
• Latest Rapid Release version August 20, 2008 revision 017
• Initial Daily Certified version February 26, 2003
• Latest Daily Certified version August 20, 2008 revision 016
• Initial Weekly Certified release date February 26, 2003

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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: Moderate

Damage

• Damage Level: Medium

Distribution

• Distribution Level: Low