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Virus descriptions
Welcome to the virus information center. Here you will find virus descriptions and profiles of common viruses and other malicious code affecting PC's, Mac's, Unix systems, and Wireless Devices, as well as active content threats exploiting browser and email security vulnerabilites.
Top Spyware Scanners
Spyware surreptitiously monitors your computer and Internet use, while adware can bombard your PC with unwanted advertising. Both pose a drain on your bandwidth and can lead to loss of security.
Hoax Encyclopedia
Don't be a sucker. Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Email credit card scams
Credit card scams have always been around but the Internet has allowed these scams to reach a far greater audience and potentially cause even more damage than in the past.
eBay
Reputable firms such as eBay and PayPal have been besieged by email scammers attempting to pilfer valuable credit card details from unsuspecting customers.
eBay
Reputable firms such as eBay and PayPal have been besieged by email scammers attempting to pilfer valuable credit card details from unsuspecting customers.
eBay
Reputable firms such as eBay and PayPal have been besieged by email scammers attempting to pilfer valuable credit card details from unsuspecting customers.
eBay
Reputable firms such as eBay and PayPal have been besieged by email scammers attempting to pilfer valuable credit card details from unsuspecting customers.
Social Engineering - Top Five Reasons People Fall Victim to Social Engineering Attacks
The Internet is built on anonymity, and that makes it easy for cybercriminals to masquerade as anyone or anything. To avoid becoming thei next victim of a social engineering attack, you must learn to filter through the available clues and make the right decisions. To help you do just that, here are the top 5 reasons that otherwise sensible people fall victim to social engineering attacks.
Best Antivirus to Protect Against Web and Email Threats
The most important antivirus protection needed today centers around the ability to detect and prevent new malware attacks via the Web or email. AV-Test is the definitive resource for antivirus testing that most closely approximates what a real life user will encounter. Here's our picks for the best consumer-focused Web and email defense, based on AV-Test's 2Q10 Windows 7 test results.
Readers' Choice Awards 2011 -- Nominate Your Favorites
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Antivirus 2011 Readers' Choice Awards
Readers have spoken, the nominations are in, and now here's your chance to choose which of these finalists will be voted best antivirus for 2011 in its respective category.
Past issues of weekly features
Previous issues of virus weekly features and columns.
Can Your Antivirus Stop the Next Threat?
Antivirus software is only one layer of virus defense necessary to fully protect against viruses.
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Antivirus software is only one layer of virus defense necessary to fully protect against viruses.
Can Your Antivirus Stop the Next Threat?
Antivirus software is only one layer of virus defense necessary to fully protect against viruses.
http://antivirus.about.com/library/weekly/aa1002c.htm
Antivirus software is only one layer of virus defense necessary to fully protect against viruses.
http://antivirus.about.com/library/weekly/aa1002d.htm
Antivirus software is only one layer of virus defense necessary to fully protect against viruses.
Can Your Antivirus Stop the Next Threat?
Antivirus software is only one layer of virus defense necessary to fully protect against viruses.
Can Your Antivirus Stop the Next Threat?
Antivirus software is only one layer of virus defense necessary to fully protect against viruses.
Kaz'aA Want a Virus
KaZaA provides more than just mood music. It's the new Loveletter virus exchange.
Chain of Fools
Chain letters, hoaxes and email viruses have alot in common. All clog mail servers and cause loss of productivity.
Oxy-Morons?
Pakistan hackers give new meaning to oxymoron.: intrusion detection faq oxy morons national oceanic atmospheric administration noaa british prime minister tony blair prime minister tony blair
The Hoax That Cried Virus
Antivirus software is only one layer of virus defense necessary to fully protect against viruses.
Beware of Friendly Greetings
E-card may just be tricky spam.: virus encyclopedia nasty surprise program users mass mailer glossary of terms
Beware of Friendly Greetings
E-card may just be tricky spam.: virus encyclopedia winsrv reg click control case search common files
Have a nice Allhallowmas!
Happy Allhallowmas email greeting may just be the Klez virus
Infectious Powerpuff Girls
Warner Bros recalls Powerpuff DVD infected with FunLove virus
Braid Worm Brings FunLove
Braid spreads via email, taking advantage of a vulnerability in Microsoft products
MSN Hotmail Hoax
Is MSN doing a clean sweep of your email?: paragraph alignment virus encyclopedia poor grammar proper grammar larry berg
W32.Nimda.enc(dr)
Norton Antivirus mistakenly sees Nimda virus: norton virus definition w32 nimda enc nimda virus problem norton virus encyclopedia
While I've Got You On The Phone...
Antivirus software is only one layer of virus defense necessary to fully protect against viruses.
Aliz Virus
The Aliz virus, first discovered in May or July of 2001 depending on reports, began actively infecting users just before the Thanksgiving holiday in the U.S.
BadTrans.B
A new variant of the BadTrans virus emerged on November 24th.
WineVar Redefines Executables
The WineVar worm redefines executables.: virus encyclopedia target system antivirus products no brainer filtering products
AV-Testing Done Right
Antivirus software reviews are often based on subjective features that have little to do with detection
Navidad, MTX, Hybris, and Music
Navidad, Hybris, MTX, and Music are infecting users. Don't let Navidad, Hybris, MTX or Music infect you.
Sega Saga One of Infection
Sega Dreamcast game spreads Kriz virus to PC: sega dreamcast game virus encyclopedia funlove virus game strategies kriz
W32/Goner
The W32/Goner worm began circulating on December 4th.
Gokar Targets Antivirus
Gokar worm targets antivirus processes, shutting down realtime protection
Gokar Targets Antivirus
Gokar worm targets antivirus processes, shutting down realtime protection
How Vulnerable is Your Security?
New worms are targeting antivirus and firewall products. Is your protection safe?
Of CyberTerrorism and Ice Storms
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Of CyberTerrorism and Ice Storms
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Of CyberTerrorism and Ice Storms
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Read An Email, Get Infected
KAK, BleBla, and Forgotten are all examples of email viruses. Bubbleboy, like Kak, BleBla, and Forgotten, was the first.
Christmas.exe
Christmas.exe looks like an innocent Flash greeting card, but it's a malicious political worm.
Christmas.exe
Christmas.exe looks like an innocent Flash greeting card, but it's a malicious political worm.
Christmas.exe
Christmas.exe looks like an innocent Flash greeting card, but it's a malicious political worm.
Monkey's for Brains?
BadTrans.b database shared with reporters...but not investigators
Happy Fun Christmas - Not!
Klez worm sends seasonal greetings: aunt emily klez virus virus encyclopedia seasonal greetings mail client
Sheer Automation
Sheer forwards itself to everyone in your address book, just so you can enjoy good fortune
Gibe.F, a.k.a. Swen, wears patch disguise
The Gibe.F worm, a.k.a. Swen, masquerades as a September 2003 Cumulative Patch from Microsoft.
Webber Trojan Targets Wells Fargo, Citibank Customers
The Webber Trojan pretends to be official correspondence from Wells Fargo and Citibank.
Sircam Virus
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Sircam virus
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Sircam virus
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Critical Flaw Leaves Windows Users Vulnerable
A vulnerability in Windows RPC/DCOM has many security experts nervously forecasting a worm exploiting the flaw
Critical Flaw Leaves Windows Users Vulnerable
A vulnerability in Windows RPC/DCOM has many security experts nervously forecasting a worm exploiting the flaw
Critical Flaw Leaves Windows Users Vulnerable
A vulnerability in Windows RPC/DCOM has many security experts nervously forecasting a worm exploiting the flaw
KaZaA, Gnucleus, Welcome to Hackville
If Berman has his way, the RIAA will be able to legally hack kazaa, morpheus, and other p2p users trading free mp3 music downloads
Code Red Round Two
Wily worm gears up for second round of infections
Mimail Worm
The Mimail email carries an attachment named message.zip
Code Red II
New Version of Code Red Worm Compromises Security: trojan code virus encyclopedia red worm hostile takeover security vulnerability
Code Red II
New Version of Code Red Worm Compromises Security: trojan code virus encyclopedia red worm hostile takeover security vulnerability
Worm Authors A Goner
Israeli teenage Goner virus writers nabbed for authoring and distribution of worm
Microsoft Sidesteps DoS
Microsoft's attempt to sidestep MSBlasters intended DoS may leave users at greater risk of future infection
SoBig.F Description
Mass attack of SoBig.F designed to create spam servers
SoBig.F Removal
Mass attack of SoBig.F designed to create spam servers
Don’t Play the Blame Game
Don't play the blame game when users become infected by viruses.
Don’t Play the Blame Game
Don't play the blame game when users become infected by viruses.
Lamers Death: Trojan in Drag
KaZaA: An unlikely battlefield
The KaZaA battlefield: In a digital war, will viruses become the weapons of choice?
Microsoft Warns of Severe Vulnerabilities
Microsoft warns of severe vulnerabilities affecting browser and operating systems.
Beef up your antivirus
Augment your antivirus protection with tools and smarts.
Invalid Worm
Invalid worm pretends to be Microsoft patch for invalid SSL certificate.
Hoax Marketing
Intelliquis takes marketing to a new low level - using virus hoaxes to scare people into buying their product.
Don't Read this Readme
This is one Readme you don't want to read. The APost virus sends itself as readme.exe
Lara Croft: Computer Raider
Lara Croft virus raids computer via Desktop Themes
Cyber-Terrorism: Propaganda or Probability?
How real is the danger of a digital Pearl Harbor?: network disaster recovery tim mcdonald cyber terrorism cyber war lapt
Cyber-Terrorism: Propaganda or Probability?
How real is the danger of a digital Pearl Harbor?: gibson research corporation network disaster recovery cyber terrorism steve gibson globa
Cyber-Terrorism: Propaganda or Probability?
How real is the danger of a digital Pearl Harbor?: network disaster recovery cyber terrorism power cables critical infrastructure related resources
The Politics of Viruses
Do viruses make good conveyors for political messages or is it a case of getting the message out in the wrong way?
WormCatcher
WormCatcher monitors, logs, and reports suspicious worm activity detected at the port level
Information Sharing
Groups such as AVIEN & EWS not only help the individual subscribers secure their systems against newly spreading attacks, they help protect non-members as well.
11September.exe
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Denial of Service Attacks
Are we sitting ducks for a targeted Internet attack?
VB2002
VB2002 is scheduled to take place in New Orleans this year on September 26 and 27.
Spam Scum and Other Atrocities
Spam Scum and Other Atrocities: crass manner virus encyclopedia charitable dollars horrific events september 11th 2001
Slapper Linux worm
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Email Worm Launches Attack
Email used to launch massive DDoS attack on Internet
Email Worm Launches Attack
Email used to launch massive DDoS attack on Internet
Email Worm Launches Attack
Email used to launch massive DDoS attack on Internet
Trojan Makes Travesty of Tragedy
Social engineering schmucks create WTC Trojan: malicious payload vbs file virus encyclopedia virus writer default locations
Bugbear | Tanat Worm
Bugbear, a.k.a. Tanat, is a mass-mailing email worm with a backdoor and keylogging counterpart.
Opaserv Worm
Opaserv is a network worm with backdoor capabilities.
VB2002: Weathering the Storm
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VB2002: The Speakers
VB2002 Weathered the Storm: eric chien sami rautiainen john alexander virus bulletin f prot
McAfee Sees Viruses Everywhere
McAfee continues to see viruses where none exist.: anna kournikova rare circumstances virus alert false positives support article
When Hoaxes Harm
Sulfnbk.exe, a utility that restores long file names, is the victim of a hoax.
Mawanella
Mawanella virus, a.ka.a. VBSWG.Z@mm, is an encrypted e-mail worm similar in type to the Anna Kournikova worm.
Palyh Virus a.k.a. Mankx
The Palyh virus began rapidly spreading immediately upon discovery of the virus in the wild.
Palyh Virus a.k.a. Mankx
The Palyh virus began rapidly spreading immediately upon discovery of the virus in the wild.
KaZaA Worm
KaZaA users beware: a new worm exploits file sharing network
SQL Spider spinning its web
Javascript worm affecting Microsoft SQL servers is spinning its way around the web
Trend Promises E-mail, Just No P-Mail
The Case of the Purloined P: knowledge base article virus encyclopedia emanager scanmail glossary of terms
W32/Sobig.c
Sobig.c worm picks up where predecessor left off: sobig worm w32 sobig virus encyclopedia eset personal approach
VBS/VBSWG-AQ
New VBS worm poses as Shakira's Pics: vbs worm generator internet relay chat hklm software script kiddies virus encyclopedia
Bugbear.b
A new variant of the Bugbear virus was discovered on June 4th, specifically targeting the banking sector
Sulfnbk.exe
SUFLNBK.EXE hoax prompts thousands to delete a legitimate system file.
JennLo/Miss World
Jenn Lo is no Miss World and neither beat out Anna Kournikova
AOL.EXE Hoax
Email is a powerful tool. Some choose to abuse it by sending virus hoax warnings.
Microsoft Acquires Antivirus Technology
: antivirus technology virus encyclopedia technology assets technology microsoft antivirus solutions
Microsoft Web Server Flaw
As much as 21% of the Internet may be affected by the latest flaw discovered in Microsoft's IIS server software.
RTF Still Vulnerable
RTF files are no protection against macro viruses.
GFI Offers Trojan
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Yaha.E Worm
The Yaha.E worm disables antivirus software and constantly refreshes its registry modification to ensure it cannot be unloaded.
Internet
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Apache Worm Discovered
The first worm infected Apache servers has been discovered
Maxima Screensaver Worm
Malicious screensaver drops Back Orifice Trojan: crown prince willem prince willem alexander crown prince willem alexander princess maxima virus encyclopedia
Viruses Have Gone to Pot
Virus urges for legalization of marijuana and raises ire of potheads.
Safety 101
Email is the best thing that ever happened to a virus.
Safety 101
Email is the best thing that ever happened to a virus.
Safety 101
Email is the best thing that ever happened to a virus.
Is Antivirus a Joke? [R]
A serious interview about antivirus comedy: urban legends and folklore virus encyclopedia legends and folklore funny guy dennis miller
Frethem Virus
New variants of the Frethem virus were discovered circulating in July 2002
Leave this bulletin alone
Fake Microsoft Security Bulletins are used to trick people into downloading the Leave worm.
SirCam Sure Can Compromise
SirCam worm uses user's own documents as its disguise.
The Joke's on Symantec
AOL.EXE prankster takes Symantec to task.: virus humor joke a day ray owens laughing all the way copyright infringement
Click Here to Flush
Is your toaster ready to turn you into toast? Web-enabled appliances raise security concerns.
Click Here to Flush
Is your toaster ready to turn you into toast? Web-enabled appliances raise security concerns.
Code Red: Internet Armageddon?
Wily Worm Wallops the Web: marc maiffret internet meltdown worm activity virus encyclopedia wily worm
Code Red Goes Splat
Whitehouse squishes wily worm: whitehouse website worm wars wily worm virus encyclopedia red worm
Webber Trojan Targets Wells Fargo, Citibank Customers
The Webber Trojan pretends to be official correspondence from Wells Fargo and Citibank.
Hoax Encyclopedia
Don't be a sucker. Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
Don't be a sucker. Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
Don't be a sucker. Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
Don't be a sucker. Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
Don't be a sucker. Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
Don't be a sucker. Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
Don't be a sucker. Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
Don't be a sucker. Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
Don't be a sucker. Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
Don't be a sucker. Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
Don't be a sucker. Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
Don't be a sucker. Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Windows File Associations
Viruses can and do exploit file exploits and their associations. Thus, it is important that file extension viewing is enabled and that you are aware of which extensions are associated with which programs.
News Briefs: GFI on patch management
GFI releases white paper on patch management: sql slammer worm microsoft sql 2000 network security products virus encyclopedia prevention center
News Briefs: TippingPoint @ N+I Conference
TIPPINGPOINT CHIEF TECHNOLOGY AND STRATEGY OFFICER TO PARTICIPATE IN SECURITY PANEL AT THE NETWORLD + INTEROP CONFERENCE
Hoax Encyclopedia
Don't be a sucker. Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
Don't be a sucker. Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
Don't be a sucker. Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
Hoaxes and myths can cost corporations time and money. Don't lose productivity due to a hoax.
Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Hoax Encyclopedia
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Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Email Help Center
Simply reading an email CAN lead to virus infection.
Virus humor
Who says viruses can't be funny? Politically Correct Virus: Never calls itself a
Virus humor
Who says viruses can't be funny? Politically Correct Virus: Never calls itself a
Virus humor
Who says viruses can't be funny? Politically Correct Virus: Never calls itself a
Kak Repair Center
Kak is still making is rounds. Visit the Kak Help Center to remove and prevent this worm.
MTX Repair Center
MTX is still making is rounds. Visit the MTX Help Center to remove and prevent this worm.
Email Help Center
Simply reading an email CAN lead to virus infection.
Sign Up for the About Antivirus Newsletter
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Email Help Center
Simply reading an email CAN lead to virus infection.
ProLin / Shockwave / Creative
W32/ProLin@mm is also known as Troj_Shockwave, W95.Creative@mm, Creative, and Pro Linux worm.
Infected Attachment Names
Email infected attachments are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Antivirus software is only one layer of virus defense necessary to fully protect against viruses.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Infected Attachment Names
Infected attachments in email are the most common method of virus distribution. Check out this list of infected attachments before opening attached files.
Trojan-Clicker.JS.Iframe.bb
Trojan-Clicker.JS.Iframe.bb is Kaspersky detection for the adjuggler iframe, which in and of itself is not malware. Adjuggler is an ad rotation service that automatically swaps out banner advertising based on the referrer and destination URLs.
iAntiVirus for Mac - Best & Worst Antivirus Software
Which antivirus software do you like the most? Least? Here's your chance to weigh in with your antivirus software experiences and let your opinion be known.
Prevx 3.0 - Best & Worst Antivirus Software
Which antivirus software do you like the most? Least? Here's your chance to weigh in with your antivirus software experiences and let your opinion be known.
avast! Antivirus - Best & Worst Antivirus Software
Which antivirus software do you like the most? Least? Here's your chance to weigh in with your antivirus software experiences and let your opinion be known.
Stop Email Viruses
A simple How To on stopping email viruses, from your About.com Guide.
Install BitDefender
There are a few quirks during the BitDefender installation, but the overall product is well worth it.
Uninstall BitDefender
How to uninstall BitDefender
Disable Windows Messenger Service
The Windows Messenger Service can be exploited by spammers and used to dish up unwelcome advertising on unsuspecting users. The service is also victim to a critical exploit that could allow malicious attackers to remotely run code on vulnerable systems.
Install NOD32
A handy how-to guide for installing NOD32 antivirus scanner.
Uninstall NOD32
A handy how-to guide for uninstalling NOD32 antivirus scanner.
Backing up the System Registry
How to backup the system registry
Accessing the System Registry
How to open the System Registry
Registry: Backing up Individual Registry Keys
How to backup individual keys in the system registry
How to Edit the System Registry
A quick guide to modify of change values in the System Registry
SmitFraudFix: How to Use SmitFraudFix to Remove Zlob and Other Pests
SmitFraudFix is a free antivirus download that removes the Zlob trojan downloader and the malware that Zlob installs. These instructions describe how to use SmitFraudFix properly.
Autorun Worms: How to Remove Autorun Malware
Autorun worms spread from USB/thumb drives as well as fixed and mapped drives. Autorun worms typically drop or download additional malware, usually backdoors and password stealers. Here's how to remove an autorun worm.
How to Easily Remove the MonaRonaDona 'Virus'
The MonaRonaDona 'virus' is a self-advertised 'virus' that isn't even a virus at all. It's a non-replicating program (i.e., a Trojan) that loads when Windows is started, changing the Internet Explorer title bar to read MonaRonaDona and displaying a message which blocks access to your legitimate running programs.
How to Remove SecurityTool Scareware
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How to Access the Windows Control Panel
The Windows Control Panel provides access to a host of useful management tools, including the Add/Remove Programs feature, printer controls, User Accounts management and network configuration. Here's how to access the Control Panel in Windows XP default and classic modes as well as Windows Vista.
How to Remove GoogleUpdate.exe
Google Chrome and an untold number of other Google applications may install an update mechanism named googleupdate.exe, googleupdater.exe, or something similar. GoogleUpdate may continually attempt to access the Internet without requesting permission and without providing an option to disable it. This behavior may persist even after the parent application has been removed. While there's no single way to rid the system of googleupdate, the following tips provide the common install locations.
How to Enable Folder Options in Windows Explorer
Malware often drops itself as a hidden file and then disables the Folder Options menu in Windows Explorer so you can't change the settings to view hidden files and folders. If you are unable to access the Tools | Folder Options in Windows Explorer, here's how to modify the registry to regain access to the Folder Options menu.
Configure Password Security Settings in Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6
So you've setup your login password and disabled the guest account. There's just one more set of password tweaks you need to make to secure your new Mac. Here's how to configure the general security settings to take full advantage of your system password.
Disable Guest Account in Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6
Unless you plan on sharing your MacBook or iMac with random people, there's really no good reason to have an active guest account. Follow these steps to disable the guest login account on Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6.
How to Configure the Mac OS X Firewall
Firewalls are must-have protection, regardless of the operating system or hardware you choose. All versions of Mac OS X include a built-in firewall, but you will need to enable it or make a few tweaks for optimum security.
Setting a Login Password for Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6
Passwords prevent unauthorized access to your computer. Setting login passwords is easy on Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) and 10.6 (Snow Leopard). Just follow the step-by-step instructions below.
Activity Monitor: How to Quit Processes in Mac OS X
Removing malware from a Mac computer often requires ending the active process of the malware first. To quit a process using Activity Monitor in Mac OS X, follow these steps.
How to Remove Login Startup Items in Mac OS X
Mac malware may load itself as a login startup item, thus manually removing malware on Mac OS X may require deleting that login startup item. Follow these steps to remove unwanted login apps in Mac OS X.
How to Remove Mac Scareware
At the end of the day, Mac scareware is just another app and it's trivially easy to remove. Here's how.
How to Edit the HOSTS File on a Mac
The HOSTS file supersedes DNS for domain name to IP address resolution. Make sure you know what is in your HOSTS file; unwanted entries could be a sign of malware or other malicious intrusion. Here's how to check the HOSTS file on Mac OS X.
How to Disable AutoComplete in Firefox
AutoComplete not only makes it easier for you to automatically fill in forms and logon to secure sites - it also makes it easier for Trojans and hackers to gain access to your personal data and logon credentials. Here's how to clear the sensitive data stored by AutoComplete and how to disable the feature to protect yourself from compromise.
How to Disable AutoComplete in Internet Explorer
AutoComplete not only makes it easier for you to automatically fill in forms and logon to secure sites - it also makes it easier for Trojans and hackers to gain access to your personal data and logon credentials. Here's how to clear the sensitive data stored by AutoComplete and how to disable the feature to protect yourself from compromise.
How to Disable AutoComplete in Netscape
AutoComplete not only makes it easier for you to automatically fill in forms and logon to secure sites - it also makes it easier for Trojans and hackers to gain access to your personal data and logon credentials. Here's how to clear the sensitive data stored by AutoComplete and how to disable the feature to protect yourself from compromise.
How to Disable Autorun
The Windows autorun feature enables CDs to play automatically when inserted in the drive. Removable and thumb drives use the same autorun feature to load files when the drives are plugged into the USB port. Malware relies on this autorun feature to spread from thumb drive to PC. Here's how to disable the autorun feature to prevent malware from spreading.
How to Disable Google / Firefox Prefetch
If you use the Firefox browser in conjunction with the Google search engine, Google will (under various circumstances) prefetch the first page returned in the results. In other words, that page and any cookies associated will be downloaded to your computer even though you never clicked the link. Here's how to disable this Google / Firefox feature.
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How to Prevent Cache Timer Attacks and Browser History Stealing in Firefox
Cache timer attacks let unrelated websites know which other sites you've visited online. Here's how you can prevent cache timer attacks in Firefox.
How to Prevent Link Color Browser History Stealing in Firefox
Browser history sniffing lets unrelated websites know which other sites you've visited online. Here's how to prevent browser history sniffing in Firefox.
Disable HTTP Header Refresh in Firefox
Firefox will initiate the download of an executable file specified in the http header. This occurs without active scripting, which means standard security addons such as NoScript will not prevent this from occurring.
How to Get MD5 / SHA1 / CRC and Other File Information
Malware may modify or infect a legitimate system file. When that occurs, a comparison to the legitimate original MD5 or SHA1 hash can be a useful diagnostic. FileAlyzer from Spybot Safer Networking is a free easy-to-use tool that quickly captures the md5, SHA1, and other useful file information. Here's how to get and use FileAlyzer.
How To Disable File and Printer Sharing
File and Printer Sharing may be necessary in an office network, but chances are it's not needed at home. And it poses an increased risk on wireless connections. If you must use it, disable it when connecting via hotspots, and re-enable it when you return to your home or office. Here's how to disable file and printer sharing in Windows XP.
Enable Data Execution Prevention: How to Enable DEP for IE6
If enabled, DEP (Data Execution Prevention) can prevent malicious code execution that occurs as a result of buffer overflows or similar browser attacks. Here's how to enable DEP for IE6 in Windows XP SP2.
Data Execution Prevention: How to Enable DEP in IE7
If enabled, DEP (Data Execution Prevention) can prevent malicious code execution that occurs as a result of buffer overflows or similar browser attacks. Here's how to enable DEP in Internet Explorer v7.
How to Reset Internet Explorer Settings
Sometimes, despite our best efforts, something happens that causes Internet Explorer to become unstable. Fortunately, Internet Explorer 7 offers an easy-to-use feature that deletes all temporary files, disables add-ons, and resets changed settings back to their defaults. Here's how to reset Internet Explorer v7 settings.
How to Disable Add-Ons in Internet Explorer
When it comes to IE, it seems everyone wants a piece of it. While legitimate toolbars and other browser helper objects (BHOs) are fine, some aren't so legit or - at least - their presence is questionable. Here's how to disable unwanted Add-ons in Internet Explorer.
How to Delete Temporary Internet Files and Cookies
Internet Explorer caches web pages you visit and cookies coming from those pages. While designed to speed up browsing, if left unchecked the burgeoning folders can sometimes slow IE to a crawl or cause other unexpected behavior. In general, the less is more principal works well here - keep the Internet Explorer cache small and clear it often. Here's how.
Clear the Internet Explorer History Folder
You visited a great web site on Thursday, but forgot to bookmark the URL. Now it's Sunday and you can't remember how to get back there. This is where the Internet Explorer History folder comes in handy. But just as it lets you trace back your Internet browsing steps, others can also use it to see where you've been. If the downside seems greater than the upside, here's how you can delete the Internet Explorer History and how you can prevent it from being stored in the future.
How to Disable IFrames in Internet Explorer
Malicious iframes planted on compromised websites pose big problems for Web surfers. Fortunately, Internet Explorer v6 and above includes a feature that can help protect against malicious iframes. But use with caution - there are many legitimate uses for iframes and IE doesn't distinguish between these.
How to Prevent Link Color History Stealing in Internet Explorer
Browser history sniffing lets unrelated websites know which other sites you've visited online. Here's how to prevent browser history sniffing in Internet Explorer.
Four Tips to Avoid Koobface and Other Social Networking Worms
Following are four easy-to-follow tips that can help you avoid infection by Koobface and other social networking worms.
How to Navigate Using Environment Variables in Windows
Common Windows environment variables for navigating via the Start | Run dialog in Windows.
How to Unregister a DLL in Windows
When attempting to manually remove malware, sometimes a DLL will need to be unregistered from the system before it can be deleted. Following are four easy steps to unregister a DLL in Windows.
How to View Hidden Files and Folders
By default, Windows does not display hidden files and folders. Virus writers often take advantage of this, by dropping hidden files to the system that the casual user can't see. Here's how to view hidden files and folders in Windows.
Recover Missing System Files Using Windows Recovery Console
On occasion a valid system file can be inadvertently deleted or quarantined. Sometimes, the results can seem disastrous - a looping blue screen each time you try to boot up the PC. Other times, a stop error with a cryptic message may be the result. Here's how to replace the missing file(s) to get your system operational again.
Remove Vista Internet Security 2010
Alerts from Vista Internet Security 2010 is scareware. Vista Internet Security 2010 hooks the shell open command so that it takes control of any executable loading on the system. This includes the handling of legitimate program files. To remove Vista Internet Security 2010, follow these steps.
How to Disable Java in Firefox
Java is fast becoming one of the most targeted third-party applications for malicious exploit via the Web. One easy thing you can do to avoid this method of attack is simply disable Java. When you do need it for that website game or calculator, just re-enable it (but be sure to turn it back off when you're done).
How to Disable Java in Internet Explorer
Java is fast becoming the most targeted third-party application for malicious exploit via the Web. One easy thing you can do to avoid this method of attack is simply disable Java. When you do need it for that website game or calculator, just re-enable it (but be sure to turn it back off when you're done)
How to Prevent Adobe Reader from Opening PDFs in Internet Explorer
There is an easy way to prevent Adobe Reader and Acrobat from automatically rendering PDF files in your browser. Make this one small tweak, and henceforth you'll be notified if a website tries to open a PDF in your browser.
Disable Java in Safari
Java is fast becoming one of the most targeted third-party applications for malicious exploit via the Web. One easy thing you can do to avoid this method of attack is simply disable Java. When you do need it for that website game or calculator, just re-enable it (but be sure to turn it back off when you're done).
How to Access Task Manager
The Windows Task Manager is a built-in utility that lets you view the running processes, applications, services, and users on your computer. There are a few different ways to launch the Windows Task Manager. Here are the two simplest methods.
How to Disable AVG When It Crashes Your Computer
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How to Use Google Encrypted Search from the Firefox Search Bar
Firefox users that use the Firefox search bar will default to the regular, non-encrypted version of Google search. Here's how to add the encrypted Google search to the Firefox search bar.
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PC-cillin antivirus screenshots
Trend Micro's PC-cillin Internet Security 2005 builds on an already solid foundation. Here are screenshots of features we like best.
NoScript: Blacklisting Websites in the NoScript Firefox Addon
There may be cases where you've changed the default settings in NoScript and now want to take advantage of blacklisting to compensate for those changes. Follow these steps to add sites to the NoScript blacklist.
How to Bypass Attachment Restrictions in Outlook
If you need to download a blocked attachment in Outlook, here's how to bypass the executable attachment restrictions.
Reset Internet Explorer Start & Search Pages
Spyware and adware often change your browser Start and Search pages to point to unwanted websites. Even if you've removed the infestation responsible, you may still need to reset the web settings. Here's how to do this in Internet Explorer.
Check your Trusted Sites List
Some spyware and adware will add miscreant links to your Internet Explorer Trusted Sites Zone. This may allow the sites to run with fewer security restrictions. Make sure you periodically check the Trusted Sites Zone list to ensure only sites you have specifically added are included. Here's how.
How to Really Disable Autorun in Vista
A bug in Microsoft Vista executes programs in the Autorun.inf file when the Autorun feature has been disabled via the NoDriveTypeAutoRun registry value. If you've set the value NoDriveTypeAutoRun in the Windows Vista registry, delete the value and follow these steps to really disable autorun in Vista.
How to Enable Windows Automatic Updates
Microsoft provides an automatic update feature for Windows - but unfortunately malware often disables it. Make sure Windows automatic updates are configured properly by following these steps.
How to Disable Automatic Wireless Connections
Here's how to beef up your wireless safety by disabling automatic wireless connections.
Make Adobe Reader and Acrobat Safer to Use
ulnerabilities in Adobe Reader and Adobe Acrobat are the number one most common infection vector, bar none. Making sure you stay up-to-date with the latest version of Adobe products is imperative, but not foolproof. To use Adobe Reader (and Acrobat) safely, you need to make a few tweaks to its settings. Following are the must-make security changes you need to make in Adobe Reader and/or Adobe Acrobat.
How to Exclude Files and Folders from Norton Antivirus
False positives can be an annoying problem and unfortunately false positives in antivirus scanners are being increasingly more common. Here's how to exclude a file or folder from scanning by Norton AntiVirus and Norton Internet Security.
Prevent SWF (Flash) in Adobe PDF files
Adobe Flash Player 10.0.45.2 and earlier contains a vulnerability that is exploitable via Adobe Reader and Acrobat. Windows, Macintosh, Linux and Solaris operating systems are all vulnerable to the exploit if Adobe Reader or Acrobat is used.
How to Exclude Programs from DEP (Data Execution Prevention)
Data Execution Prevention, or DEP, raises an exception if it detects code loading from the default heap or stack. Since this behavior is indicative of malicious code (legitimate code does not generally load in this manner), DEP protects the browser against attacks rendered, for example, via buffer overflow and similar type vulnerabilities. Sometimes, however, DEP can cause conflicts with legitimate programs. If this happens to you, here's how to disable DEP for specific applications.
Prevent SWF (Flash) Exploits in Mac and Unix versions of Adobe Reader and Acrobat
Adobe Flash Player 10.0.45.2 and earlier contains a vulnerability that is exploitable via Adobe Reader and Acrobat. Windows, Macintosh, Linux and Solaris operating systems are all vulnerable to the exploit if Adobe Reader or Acrobat is used.
How to Delete a Service in Windows 7, Vista, or XP
Malware often installs itself as a Windows service in order to load when Windows is started. This allows the malware to run and control designated functions without requiring user interaction. Sometimes, antivirus software removes the malware but leaves the service settings behind. Whether cleaning up after an antivirus removal, or attempting to remove the malware manually, knowing how to delete a service in Windows 7, Vista, or XP will help.
How to Remove sshnas.dll and sshnas21.dll Trojans
The files sshnas.dll and sshnas21.dll are part of a trojan that redirects search engine results in Google, Yahoo, and Bing searches. Both Firefox and Internet Explorer are affected. Here's how to manually remove the files associated with a sshnas.dll and sshnas21.dll trojan infection.
Best Antivirus Software - About.com 2011 Readers' Choice Awards
Readers have spoken, the nominations are in, and now here's your chance to choose which of these finalists will be voted best antivirus for 2011 in its respective category. You can vote in each of the four categories once per day during the voting phase, from February 11, 2011 through March 8, 2011. Winners will be announced on March 15th.
Best Mac Antivirus - About.com 2011 Readers' Choice Awards
Today, there are numerous options available for Mac antivirus software. Following are the five Mac antivirus scanners nominated by antivirus.about.com readers for the award of Best Mac Antivirus for 2011. Nominees are listed in alphabetical order.
Best Windows Antivirus - About.com 2011 Readers' Choice Awards
Following are the five Windows antivirus scanners nominated by antivirus.about.com readers for the award of Best Windows Antivirus for 2011. Nominees are listed in alphabetical order.
Best Free Antivirus - About.com 2011 Readers' Choice Awards
Following are the five free antivirus scanners nominated by antivirus.about.com readers for the award of Best Free Antivirus for 2011. Nominees are listed in alphabetical order.
Best Internet Security Suite - About.com 2011 Readers' Choice Awards
Readers have spoken, the nominations are in, and now here's your chance to choose which of these finalists will be voted best antivirus for 2011 in its respective category. You can vote in each of the four categories once per day during the voting phase, from February 11, 2011 through March 8, 2011. Winners will be announced on March 15th.
Best Antivirus Software - Readers Choice Awards for Best Antivirus for 2011
The 2011 Readers' Choice Awards are complete. You nominated. You voted. And now we've tallied those votes and are pleased to announce the winners for Best Antivirus for Windows, Best Antivirus for Mac, Best Internet Security Suite, and Best Free Antivirus.
Best Antivirus for Windows - Readers Choice Awards 2011
In July 2010, GFI acquired Sunbelt Software, developers of VIPRE Antivirus. Wonder if they knew then that they were acquiring an extremely loyal fan base as well. Early in the polls voters proclaimed VIPRE Antivirus the best antivirus for Windows, a lead VIPRE maintained throughout the voting cycle.
Best Antivirus for Mac - Readers Choice Awards 2011
It's not surprising that Intego VirusBarrier established and held the lead for Best Mac Antivirus. After all, Intego has been doing nothing but Mac security from the get-go. At 59% of total votes, readers' overwhelmingly gave Intego a virtual high five.
Best Internet Security Suite - Readers' Choice Awards
Folks on a budget will no doubt be thrilled to discover that readers' favorite Internet Security Suite is absolutely free: Comodo Internet Security swept the category with 42% of votes. The overwhelming support for Comodo is perhaps all the more cool when one considers the mission of Comodo's CEO and founder - to ensure everyone has the right to a trusted Internet.
Best Free Antivirus - Readers' Choice Awards
Avira AntiVir Personal offers premium antivirus protection for no cost to home users. Given the stellar protection AntiVir offers, it's no wonder 62% of readers declared Avira AntiVir Personal their favorite free antivirus.
PC-cillin antivirus screenshots
Trend Micro's PC-cillin Internet Security 2005 builds on an already solid foundation. Here are screenshots of features we like best.
Phishing scams
Look over the following examples of phishing scams to familiarize yourself with the clever techniques used.
Phishing scams
Look over the following examples of phishing scams to familiarize yourself with the clever techniques used.
Phishing scams
Look over the following examples of phishing scams to familiarize yourself with the clever techniques used.
Phishing scams
Look over the following examples of phishing scams to familiarize yourself with the clever techniques used.
Phishing scams
Look over the following examples of phishing scams to familiarize yourself with the clever techniques used.
Phishing scams
Look over the following examples of phishing scams to familiarize yourself with the clever techniques used.
Phishing scams
Look over the following examples of phishing scams to familiarize yourself with the clever techniques used.
IRS Tax Refund Phishing Scam
A security flaw on a US government website has been exploited by a phishing scam claiming to be an IRS refund notification. The phishing email claims the recipient is eligible for a tax refund of $571.94.
Phishing scams
Look over the following examples of phishing scams to familiarize yourself with the clever techniques used.
McAfee VirusScan 2004
McAfee VirusScan 2004 does an admirable job of keeping your system free of viruses, worms, Trojans, spyware, adware, and a host of other Internet parasites. It's ease of installation and default features are particularly well-suited for the novice user.
Antivirus Software Review: F-Secure Internet Security 2009
F-Secure Internet Security 2009 includes all the features you would expect in an Internet security suite: antivirus, antispyware, spam and phishing filter, a firewall and parental controls. F-Secure Internet Security 2009 then goes one better. Find out more in this F-Secure Internet Security 2009 antivirus software review.
Norton AntiVirus 2002
Norton AntiVirus 2002 is effective protection, sports an attractive interface but has extensive system requirements.
Norton Internet Security 2005 AntiSpyware Edition
At $80, Norton Internet Security 2005 AntiSpyware Edition doesn't offer the ease-of-use or the protection of some competing products.
Antivirus Software Reviews: Norton Internet Security 2009 Review
Symantec's antivirus products have historically always provided excellent detection and removal of malware. On the downside, that protection came at the price of often crippling system performance. Norton Internet Security 2009 changes all that.
Antivirus software review: PC-cillin Internet Security 2005
Trend Micro's PC-cillin Internet Security 2005 continues to keep a leg up on the competition.
SmitFraudFix: Free Antivirus Download to Remove Zlob and Other Pests
SmitFraudFix is a free antivirus tool that removes the Zlob downloader trojan and the rogue scanner software that Zlob typically installs.
Returnil Review
Returnil clones your installed operating system and runs that clone in virtual memory. When you shutdown the virtual machine, there's no trace left of your Web surfing and any malware that got onto the system will disappear when you reboot the PC.
Sandboxie Review
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Panda Antivirus - Review of Panda Cloud Antivirus
Panda takes free antivirus to a whole new level with Panda Cloud Antivirus. The only free cloud-based scanner, Panda antivirus software takes all the processing off your PC, giving you a lighter, faster, and more proactive antivirus protection. For a very low price, you can get extended USB protection and 24/7 tech support with Panda Cloud Antivirus Pro.
Antivirus Software Reviews: Norton Internet Security 2011 Review
Symantec's Norton Internet Security 2011 is a feature-packed umbrella of protection for your PC. In addition to antivirus, antispyware, antiphishing, and a firewall, Norton Internet Security Suite 2011 also provides file reputation analysis (including the Web address of any downloaded files), spam filtering, identity theft protection, and parental controls.
Mac Antivirus Review: Sophos Anti-Virus for Mac Home Edition
Sophos Anti-Virus for Mac Home Edition offers business-grade protection free for home use. And the protection literally is business-grade - the free version is based on the same Mac virus scanner Sophos uses in their Endpoint Security line.
Avira AntiVir Premium Review
Avira AntiVir Premium provides a full complement of features, including specialized Web and email protection, anti-rootkit technology, and anti-phishing. Avira AntiVir Premium also provides a feature to easily make a bootable rescue CD, which can come in very handy during times of system trouble.
NOD32 Antivirus Review
At $40 (USD) for a single one-year's license, ESET's NOD32 Antivirus is one of the priciest antivirus scanners on the market.
Avast Free Antivirus Review
Avast Free Antivirus offers a robust feature-set in a revamped interface that makes using the product a breeze. New features include wake-on-scan, heuristic engine and code emulator, integrity checking, behavior analysis, and a gaming mode for uninterrupted play.
Intego VirusBarrier Plus: Mac Antivirus Review
Intego VirusBarrier Plus is a full-featured on-demand antivirus scanner that detects Mac, Windows and Linux malware. Available in English, Chinese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish language versions. VirusBarrier Plus retails at $9.99 and provides free signature updates and free online tech support.
VirusBarrier Express: Mac Antivirus Review
VirusBarrier Express from Intego is a free on-demand Mac antivirus. VirusBarrier Express scans for Mac malware only, so it's most suited for Mac only users. The lack of realtime on-access protection could be a plus or minus, depending on your needs.
VirusBarrier X6: Mac Antivirus Review
Intego VirusBarrier X6 provides realtime signature-based and behavior-based scanning for Mac malware and on-demand scanning for Windows-based malware. This not only keeps your Mac computer virus-free, it also guards against your inadvertently passing malware on to your Windows friends.
Little Snitch for Mac
Little Snitch for Mac is a permission-based firewall that lets you monitor outbound Internet connections and set the policy you desire on a case-by-case basis.
Free Firewall Protection for Windows
A firewall offers important security protection, but only if its configured properly and used appropriately. Windows XP and Windows Vista both include built-in firewalls, but the protection they offer is limited - you'll want to upgrade to a standalone firewall to get full protection. Following is a list of the best free firewall apps for Windows.
World of Warcraft Scams
WoW players are frequent targets of scammers intent on stealing World of Warcraft login credentials. And because Blizzard (developers of WoW and several other popular online games) has merged WoW logins with Battlenet credentials, a compromise of your WoW account now means a compromise of all your Battlenet games. Here are common tricks the scammers use.
Mac Virus FAQs: Do You Really Need Mac Antivirus Software?
Do you really need Mac antivirus software? Get the answer to that and other frequently asked questions about Mac viruses and Macintosh antivirus software in the Mac Virus FAQs.
Top Ten Ways to Get Infected: How Your Online Habits Leave You and Your Computer at Risk
Keeping safe online takes more than just installing a few security programs. To protect both you and your computer, here are the top ten bad habits you need to avoid.
Virus Alerts: Six Easy Ways to Tell if a Virus Really is a Virus
We've all been there - you get an alert from your virus scanner warning that a particular file is infected. Sometimes the alert reappears even after you've told the antivirus scanner to remove the infection. Or maybe you just have reason to believe the virus alert may be a false positive. Here are the six things you'll want to consider to determine how to handle a virus alert.
Downadup.AL aka Conficker.B Worm
Downadup.AL aka Conficker.B is a network worm that spreads via autorun, dictionary attacks on weakly protected network shares, and by exploiting the vulnerabilities described in MS08-067.
Six Most Memorable Antivirus Mistakes
We all make mistakes and software engineers are only human. In antivirus programs, those mistakes can sometimes result in the loss of email and/or the deletion of important system files. Here are the six most memorable antivirus mistakes (all of which have since been fixed).
Malware Removers - How Malware Removers Detect Malicious Code
Malicious software comes in many different forms: viruses, worms, trojans, and advertising-related spyware and adware are the most common categories. There are equally as many different methods of combating malware; most of today's anti-malware scanners combine several of these techniques. Following are four of the more commonly encountered approaches used in consumer-focused malware protection.
Social Engineering Attacks
What is social engineering and how can you minimize your own risk of being socially engineered? Plus, common techniques used by social engineers and social networking scammers.
Cybercrime: Malware Attacks and Scams
Cyberwar is being waged, malware and social engineering scams are the attack tools, and Internet users are on the frontlines of the battlefield. Here's how to prepare your defenses to avoid becoming frontline fodder.
WoW Real ID: Common Myths About WoW Real ID
Blizzard's Real ID program could have solved those issues and provided a safe, in-game way to communicate cross realm. Instead, safety was abandoned and WoW Real ID is a security nightmare.
Free PDF Readers: Alternatives to Adobe Reader / Acrobat
Malicious PDF files that exploit vulnerabilities in Adobe Reader / Acrobat were the most common cause of drive-by malware infections in 2009 and remains the highest in 2010. Use one of these free alternative PDF readers to lower your risk of infection and stay safer online.
Stuxnet: The Unglamorous Truths About the Stuxnet Worm
The Stuxnet worm targets industrial control systems - the types of systems that control nuclear power plants, water treatment facilities, and other critical infrastructure. The serious nature of the Stuxnet worm had led to no end of speculation, finger-pointing, and ultimately to confusion about what exactly the Stuxnet worm is all about.
Best Internet Security Suites for 2011
An Internet Security Suite is a sound investment for your Windows PC, but it can be pricey. Finding the best Internet Security Suite that offers the most protection for your hard earned money is important. To save you time, money, and heartache, we've poured over the results of AV-Test.org's extensive testing of Internet Security Suites and provided our top picks for the best Internet Security Suites for 2011.
VTzilla: VirusTotal Firefox Addon
VTzilla is a free Firefox addon from VirusTotal that lets you easily check the safety of links and downloads - before you click or save the download.
Best Free Antivirus for Mac
Social engineering scams are putting Mac users at risk of malware infection. To help keep you safe on even the tightest budget, here are the top picks for the best free Mac antivirus software.
Gifts for Geeks and Gamers
Gifts for geeks, gamers, techies, and even moms and dads.
Best Free Antivirus - Reviews of the Best Free Antivirus for Windows
The best free antivirus software for Windows PCs. Here are my top picks and reviews of the best free antivirus software for Windows.
Phishing Filters and Anti-Phishing Toolbars
Phishing filters and toolbars are designed to protect the web surfer from socially engineered phishing scams which try to trick the intended victim into visiting a fraudulent website disguised to look like a valid eCommerce or banking site. Use one of these phishing filters when browsing to help prevent being fooled by a phishing scam.
Online Virus Sandbox
Years ago, if your antivirus detected a virus, chances are you'd find a pretty complete description of that threat in any number of virus encyclopedias. Today, however, with a few tens of thousands of malware being dissected each day, it's very rare to find a meaningful virus description. Fortunately, if you need specific details on what a particular bit of malware does, there are several online virus sandboxes that can give you a quick answer.