Public service announcement: Run a virus scanner, people
2008-02-28 02:59 PM | 2 comments
I've been getting random IM's from infrequent contacts on Windows Live Messenger (MSN). These all have a weird domains or "viewprofile.php"-style links, which is usually a good indicator that your system is presently compromised with a trojan or worm. Run a virus scan if you've been getting complaints. Stinger will probably even take care of things.
Since I run a MacBook using That Damned Quacking Duck for instant messaging, my own smug sense of superiority is enough to prevent infection.
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Phil Downey on 2008-02-28 04:39 PM (#)
I've had a few people sending me this too. Must be an epidemic or something of the sorts.
Dave Lahn on 2008-02-28 05:23 PM (#)
I don't get viruses.
I don't think I even have to explain why...
... You've all heard it before.
*cough* GET A MAC *cough*
I don't think I even have to explain why...
... You've all heard it before.
*cough* GET A MAC *cough*
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