GEN:SID | 1:2168 |
Message | VIRUS OUTBOUND .cpp file attachment |
Summary | This event is generated when a possible outgoing virus is detected.
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Impact | Informational event. An virus on an infected host may be attempting to propogate.
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Detailed Information | This event indicates that an outgoing email message possibly containing a virus has been detected.
This rule generates an event when a filename extension commonly used by viruses is detected.
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Affected Systems | Any host.
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Attack Scenarios | This is indicative of a virus infection.
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Ease of Attack | Simple.
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Corrective Action | Check the host for signs of virus infection.
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