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•	Detected by virus detection files published:
•	Virus characteristics first published: 20 Jun. 2003
•	Virus characteristics latest update: 17 Dec. 2003

•	Type: Virus
•	Alias: Generic file infector
•	Spreading mechanism: File Infection
•	Overall risk: None

Type

Spreading mechanism

Destructivity & payload

Additional descriptions

Detection & removal

This is something possibly viral that is detected by Norman Sandbox.

W32/FileInfector is a generic description of a virus infecting regular executables.

If the Sandbox detects something unknown like this, you should first make sure that your NVC installation is completely up-to-date. If your installation is outdated, the Sandbox may have detected a virus that has recently been added to the definition files.

If an up-to-date NVC installation still detects the file in question as W32/FileInfector,Norman has not included it in the virus definition files. If it were in the definition files it would have been given a distinct name and regular detection would have been added. In such cases we would appreciate it if you submit this sample to analysis@norman.no. The sandbox should always give a short analysis whether the malicious program is a worm or a virus. This can be found in the log file or in your message console.

CURRENT VIRUS THREATS

Medium risk
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Low risk
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