Nearly 6% of computers are at present infected by the Conficker worm.
The Worm Conficker, also known as Downadup or Kido Worm which was revealed earlier this month, exploits the Windows MS08-67 service vulnerability, a patch for which was released three months ago.
Conficker spreads through USB memory devices like USB drives or MP3 players. The Windows Option Menu that appears after inserting the USB device will disguise the option to run the program as the option to open the folder. Once the file is opened the Worm Conficker will be released.
Out of two million computers there are 6% that are infected across 83 countries. Though it originated in China, it is now particulary strong in the U.S., Spain, Taiwan, Brazil and Mexico.
As with other malware, Conficker is going out in full force to extract passwords from computer and corporate internal networks. The easier the password, the easier it is for Conficker to decode it. Once the passwords are detected, cyber-criminals can access computers and use them maliciously.
Please be very aware of this malicious Conficker Worm and remove it as soon as possible.