08-13-2003, 06:01 AM | #1 |
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WARNING: New worm - W32 Blaster.
I just got this information through my Internet Provider (Xtra), so I thought I'd pass it on.
Microsoft has issued a worldwide warning about a computer worm commonly known as W32 Blaster that can infect computers running Windows XP, Windows NT4, Windows Server 2003 and Windows 2000. Your computer can be infected simply by connecting to the Internet. The worm is not being transferred by email and, as a result, your computer will not be protected by Xtra's anti-virus email filter. Tools to fix the problem have been released and if you are running one of the operating systems mentioned above, it is vital you protect your system from this worm immediately. When you connect to the Internet after August 15th, all infected computers will try and flood Microsoft's Windows update Web site with large volumes of traffic. The steps you need to take are: If you have Windows XP or Windows Server 2003, enable the Internet Connection Firewall (ICF). To do this you will need to:
If you are running Windows 2000 or Windows NT, install an Internet firewall of your choice. How do I know if I've been infected? This may not be immediately obvious, however typical symptoms include your computer closing down while you're online and restarting without any warning. If your PC is not infected Download the appropriate patch via http://www.microsoft.com/security/incident/blast.asp. This site also includes information about firewalls and worm removal tools. Note that the patch required for Windows XP Home and Windows XP Professional is available via the "Windows XP (32 bit)" link. Update and run your anti-virus software. Customers who don't currently have an anti-virus program installed should refer to http://www.microsoft.com/security/ar.../antivirus.asp for help about anti-virus software or a list of Microsoft partners. Download any other required patches at http://www.windowsupdate.com Infected If your computer's operating system has already been infected with this worm, the Microsoft patch will not be effective on its own. You will need to visit http://www.xtra.co.nz/latest where you will find information to help you. Additional information for remedying the effects of this worm is also available at http://www.microsoft.com/security/incident/blast.asp For further support, please visit Microsoft at http://www.microsoft.com/security or telephone 0800 800 004. |
08-13-2003, 12:16 PM | #2 |
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Renewed my firewall..wow..thanks very much Seeana!
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08-13-2003, 03:37 PM | #3 |
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My uncle got the bug trying to download the patch. Be careful. Avoid the Internet. (Not much chance of that if you're reading this though, eh?)
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08-13-2003, 07:26 PM | #4 |
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You're very welcome. I'll just sit here and look like a smug Mac user.
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08-14-2003, 04:45 AM | #5 |
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And I sit here like a smug windows '98 user. It pays to stay behind then.
Of course computer Dave who runs on XP, will have a slight problem. Let's hope my firewall and anti-virusprogram can do the trick. Last system scan came out clean. I don't have much confidence in windows patches. Is it that hard to make a program without flaws and holes the first time? You'd think microsoft should have enough money and research for it instead of continually forcing its costumers to download this or that patch. It looks sloppy to say the least.
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08-15-2003, 01:49 AM | #6 |
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my friend has it but it hasnt done damage all it does is restart your computer ten minutes after you go on the internet. im not worried because we already have the firewall and all the stuff that windows suggested so hopefully nothin happens
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