How are new viruses/malware updated by MSFT
We had our bank processing company inform us we had a GOZI variant virus on one of our computers accessing their banking system.  They found this through their plug-in that they use installed on our client computer.  They are utilizing a product by Trusteer.com.  They indicated it was reported and they provided the following link: 

http://www.networkworld.com/news/2013/041913-new-version-of-gozi-financial-268921.html

This was in the news on April 19th, 2013 but I find no mention of the malware being in http://www.microsoft.com/security/portal/threat/threats.aspx

When I search for Gozi I find a published date of Feb 2013.

Our client was running a virus definition that was only a day old.  Endpoint picked-up nothing so we were unable to submit any file for analysis.

This is of great concern given the severity of this virus variant so I would like to know how MSFT is updating their definitions when such virus variants are prevalent.

July 24th, 2013 6:01pm

Hi,

Thank you for the post.

As far as i know, if the malware does not include Malware Encyclopedia, then FEP will not pick up this virus. If you are currently experiencing a virus outbreak or security-related incident you should contact your designated Microsoft support professional or go to the Microsoft Customer Service and Support for immediate assistance.

Regards,

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July 25th, 2013 10:12am

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