Downloader.Lofog


Call Toll Free in the US and Canada!

Discovered:
May 8, 2011
Updated:
May 9, 2011 9:59:02 AM
Type:
Trojan
Infection Length:
4,608 bytes
Systems Affected:
Windows XP, Windows Vista
Downloader.Lofog is a generic detection for threats that download more malware on to the compromised computer.

Antivirus Protection Dates

  • Initial Rapid Release version May 8, 2011 revision 006
  • Latest Rapid Release version May 8, 2011 revision 006
  • Initial Daily Certified version May 9, 2011 revision 002
  • Latest Daily Certified version May 9, 2011 revision 002
  • Initial Weekly Certified release date May 11, 2011
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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: Easy

Damage

  • Damage Level: Medium
  • Payload: Downloads more malware on to the computer.

Writeup By: Gavin O’Gorman



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