Virus:EXP/MS05-002.Ani.A
Type:Exploit
In the wild:Yes
Reported Infections:Low to medium
Distribution Potential:Low
Damage Potential:Low
Static file:No
Engine version:6.29.00.08

 Special detection Description:
MS05-002 (Vulnerability in Cursor and Icon Format Handling)

EXP/MS05-002.Ani.A is a generic detection for exploits using a vulnerability in Cursor and Icon Format Handling.

Modified cursor or icon files that make use of this vulnerability can activate payload code just by visiting a malicious Web site or viewing a malicious e-mail message.

An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could take complete control of an affected system.

Please make sure that you download and install the patch in order to be protected against this threat. The patch itself among further technical information can be found here: MS05-002


Version history:
The following engine updates were released in order to enhance detection:

   •  6.29.00.08   ( 18/01/2005 )
   •  7.03.01.47   ( 31/03/2007 )

Description inserted by Oliver Auerbach on Thursday, February 23, 2006
Description updated by Oliver Auerbach on Saturday, March 31, 2007

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