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W32.Maniccum

Reported: March 09, 2006

 

Description:

W32.Maniccum has the capability to open a back door on the infected computer and propagates via AOL and MSN instant messenger.

Technical Name:

W32.Maniccum

W32/Maniccum.worm

Threat Level:

Medium

Type:

Worm

Systems Affected:

Windows All

Detection Date:

March 07, 2006

 

 

W32.Maniccum removal procedures requires technical know-how on  computer troubleshooting. It is better to consult your LAN Administrator or Technical Persons to avoid additional damage on your computer if modifications on Services and Registry have to be done.

  

 

 

MANUAL REMOVAL:

1. Disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP). [how to]
2. Update the virus definitions.

3. Run a full system scan and delete all the files detected.
4. Delete any values added to the registry. [how to edit registry]
Navigate to the subkeys and delete value:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion
\RunServices
Value: "mxb2" = "[RANDOM].exe"

 

5. In order to make sure that W32.Maniccum is completely eliminated from your computer, carry out a full scan of your computer using AntiVirus and Antispyware Software. Another way to delete the virus using various Antivirus Program without the need to install can be done with Online Virus Scanner.

 

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