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Virus_slapper worm admin traffic
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Code:
p525
Severity: Warning
Description: This event is generated when a web server infected by the slapper worm attempts to send traffic via a communication channel.
Impact:
Remote access and potentially denial of service. A slapper worm infection indicates a successful compromise of the host. A communication channel established between infected hosts can be used as a vehicle for a distributed denial of service attack of a target host or network.
Corrective: Apply the appropriate patch or upgrade to the most current version of OpenSSL.
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