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Dadinu

 
Threat LevelModerate threatDamageHighDistributionNot widespread
Common name:Dadinu
Technical name:W32/Dadinu
Threat level:Low
Type:Worm
Effects:  It sends itself to all the contacts in MSN Messenger and creates a large number of files in the computers it infects.

Affected platforms:

Windows XP/2000/NT/ME/98/95

First detected on:July 1, 2002
Detection updated on:Dec. 29, 2003
StatisticsNo
Yes, using TruPrevent Technologies
Repair utility: Panda QuickRemover

Brief Description 

    

Dadinu is a worm that spread via e-mail by sending itself to all the contacts in the Microsoft Messenger Address book.
This worm stands out for its capacity to create a large number of files in the computers it infects.

Visible Symptoms 

    
It is difficult to know if Dadinu has reached your computer as it is hidden in an e-mail message with variable characteristics.

Last updated:  29/12/2003 

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