What is "Sasser"?

Recently a worm has been spreading to millions of computers throughout the world. This worm, called the Sasser worm exploits Windows and unlike a virus that spreads through email, this worm can spread itself through the internet to newer versions of Windows.

What Does It Do?

Because it is taking lots of resources from the host computer to replicate itself, it typically slows down the computer severely and it has been known to shut down and reboot the affected computer several times. Once infected, you may not be able to install the required removal tools and patches via the internet.

Are You Infected?

Only Windows XP or Windows 2000 systems can be infected, however, the worm can run on Windows 95/98/Me and use these machines to look for vulnerable Windows 2000/XP machines.

If You Are Infected....

Call NetRunners® at 1-877-NetRunners to remove this worm from your system(s) and make sure you are protected in the future.

To Learn More about Sasser....

Click here to read the bulletin posted by our partners Symantec.