Name: Backdoor.Win32.RedGirl.a
Warning level: Dangerous
Discovered: Jul 15, 2007
Report date: Sep 2, 2007
Category: Backdoor program
System: Windows 9x/NT/2000/XP/2003/Vista
Spreading: Medium
Damage: High
RISING Antivirus version to detect this virus: 19.32.00
This virus program is written with Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0. The virus icon is a video file icon. This virus can disable some antivirus software. Hackers can use it to remote control the infiltrated computer and download the files, spy on the computer, and steal the password. This virus spreads through malicious websites and downloads.
Anti-virus experts suggest that computer users take the following measures to protect against this virus:
Do not open suspicious mail and suspicious websites; turn off or delete unnecessary system services; patch the system in a timely manner as many viruses spread by taking advantage of the system exploits or vulnerabilities; install anti-virus software for real-time monitoring and protection; Open auto-protect function when accessing to the internet; Install personal firewall to prevent the loss of password; Set up a complicated password for the administrators account.
