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Published Jan 18, 2007 | Updated Sep 15, 2017

Worm:Win32/Zotob.Q!CME-637

Detected by Microsoft Defender Antivirus

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Summary

Worm:Win32/Zotob.Q is a network worm that exploits the Plug-and-Play vulnerability discussed in Microsoft Security Bulletin MS05-039. The worm targets computers running Microsoft Windows 2000 that do not have MS05-039 installed. The worm can also infect computers running other versions of Windows operating systems if it is delivered through e-mail, instant messaging, or some other means.
To detect and remove this worm, run a full-system scan with an up-to-date antivirus product such as the Microsoft Safety Scanner (http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=212742). For more information, visit http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/downloads/default.mspx
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