Important Announcement

[Dark Realms]

A huge japanese virus, has been sent out to attack all computers around the world. So far it has disabled 50,000 Computers in Japan, In England it has managed to attack 234 computers, due to strong intelligence (whatever that meens). The virus is spreading around the world, and by Midnight tonite it will have brought down the microsoft website. It has been reported on the news, as the biggest virus yet!

Experts say, that if forum members are posting attachments, then not to open them. The virus can attack through firewalls, and cant be detected by sysmetrix.

Do not open e-mails in hotmail, yahoo or through msn.

If i find out anymore, i will post it here.

Relams

P.S There is also, ANOTHER virus just been released from the USA that is said to try and attack every website on the web *not possible me thinks*.... this has happened before and not succseeded, so dont worry about this one...worry about the one above!

[JoshMan]

i havent herd of this new japanese virus, i hope i dont get it, but im still going to open my emails in hotmail

[GohanX]

in my opinion you should have auto-scan enabled if you have any kind of anti virus program but then after that scan your most valuable files including msn anything like that...

[[N]eto]

That's it! This is terrorism. Blaster worm, power outage, now a mega virus? :mad:

[Popa§murf69]

Originally posted by xXx·ShadowPrince·xXx
That's it! This is terrorism. Blaster worm, power outage, now a mega virus? :mad: why are u so quick to think its terroism i think its the reality of havin a world run by comps ;peeps want to take them down

[GohanX]

I have to agree wit princd three disaters in a month dude... that could only be terrorism....

[[N]eto]

You mean 3 disasters in a week. :rolleyes: And it's still not over, it's barely Friday.

[Dark Realms]

lol, al we need now to complete this is for the ofrum to go down...lol... :lmao:

ah well, my pc is in brillinat! Ive now tought it some new software ;)...

[Contained]

I think ever since 9-11, everything bad that has happened people have turned to terrorism. I hardly doubt that it was terrorism, but in a way, they are all terrorists. The definition of a terrorist is: Does or partakes in the act of causing mass terror.
if any mod see's my horrible spelling plz edit it

Am I a spell checker now? :P Done.

Prince

[Soba]

WTF!!! WHAT IS UP WITH ALL THE VIRUSES!!!!! it's not fair!
HOW THE HECK AM I SUPPOSED TO CHECK MY MAIL!!!! *falls out of chair* ...can't...go...without virtual...co...communication... *twitch*
i haven't even gotten a chance to download that freakin patch yet!
y...OH Y OH Y OH Y.....has the world gone MAD?!?!?! wtf is the matter with these people, are they so bored that they say, 'oh hey, i have nothing to do. how about i ruin someone elses fun, too?'.....well....my friend did that too...but he did it for a good reason! you think he might know a way to counter it since he made a virus once (even though he accidently made it backfire)?

[Contained]

No matter how fun something is, no matter how important something is, no matter how perfect something is theres always someone who wishes to destroy it or alter it

[Psych]

every since bush has been elected its been hell

oh and the great power outage was a caused by a fire

[Anubis]

lightning and a fire.(me think)

well thats CRAP CRAP CRAP!!!!!!!!! man evrythings been goin wrong these past years fur some reason..

wellll than i got two two 2! virus warnings one couldnt B deleted and so I quarentined it an i deleted the other.

well hope that aint it....

[[stick-jây-tee]]

Originally posted by xXx·ShadowPrince·xXx
You mean 3 disasters in a week. :rolleyes: And it's still not over, it's barely Friday. you think so much like bush.. haha

[Contained]

it was just a fire, there wasnt a storm within like 50 miles
o yeah thanks prince

[Dark Realms]

I recieved this e-mail today:

Dear customer,

Important information for all Internet users

You may have read recently that a computer virus known as MSBlast or Lovsan is affecting computers with Microsoft Windows Operating systems. This virus utilises vulnerability in the Microsoft software. Its effect is to cause computers to restart regularly. MSBlast is a type of virus known as a "worm" which does not appear to cause permanent damage but is a threat to be taken seriously.

At ntl home we are committed to providing you with the best service we can and so, although this virus does not relate to our service, we would like to offer you advice on how to protect your computer or how to remove the vulnerability, if you have been affected.

Which computer operating systems are affected?

Users of the following operating systems could be affected: Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows 2003, Windows NT 4.0.

Customers using Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows ME are not affected.

What is the name of the virus?

Microsoft refers to this virus as the "W32.Blaster.Worm", but it is also known as W32/Lovsan.worm, WORM_MSBLAST.A, Win32.Posa.Worm.

How do you I avoid getting the virus?

Firstly, you should ensure that you install a Firewall application and anti virus software on your computer. A Firewall prevents unauthorised access to your computer and will prevent attack from viruses. Anti-virus software will protect you from viruses as long as you keep it up to date with the latest updates. Microsoft XP comes equipped with a Firewall - or you can download and install a free Firewall from www.zonealarm.com.

Users of the operating systems listed above, in the section 'Which computer operating systems are affected?' should enhance their software with the latest update called a "patch". The patch that will address this issue is called MS03-026. Updating your computer with this patch will remove the vulnerability and prevent this type of virus affecting you.

Customers that have previously applied the security patch MS03-026 before today are protected and no further action is required.

How do you know if your computer has the virus?

The most common symptom of the virus is that your computer will restart every few minutes, without your input. You may also find that a file called msblast.exe has been created in your computer's WINDOWS SYSTEM32 directory.

How do you know if you have the virus?

To detect this virus, search for msblast.exe in the WINDOWS SYSTEM32 directory or download the latest anti-virus software signature from your anti-virus vendor and scan your machine.

A number of software vendors are working together to overcome this virus. Additional information on this virus is available from any of the following links:

Network Associates:
http://us.mcafee.com/virusInfo/default.asp?id=description&virus_k=100547

Trend Micro:
http://www.trendmicro.com/vinfo/virusencyclo/default5.asp?VName=WORM_MSBLAST.A

Symantec:
http://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/venc/data/w32.blaster.worm.html

Computer Associates:
http://www3.ca.com/virusinfo/virus.aspx?ID=36265

Microsoft's Virus Information Alliance: http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/virus/via.asp

If you get the Virus how do you remove it?

1. In order to remove this virus please follow these instructions:

Do a search for msblast.exe by using the find files or programmes command (usually found in system32 folder)
Delete it.
Click Start and select Run
Type msconfig & click OK
Select the start-up tab
Disable msblast
Reboot machine and enable your Firewall or anti-virus software. Refer to your software instructions provided to ensure that it is set up correctly.

Alternatively

Security specialists Symantec have released a tool which will remove the current infection from your computer. To download this tool, go to www.symantec.com and go to the security response section. Then click the W32.Blaster.Worm link in the latest virus threats section. This page offers more information regarding the worm, and a downloadable tool to remove it.

2. Once you have removed the virus, immediately select one of the links below to install the security patch needed to ensure no repeat infection occurs.

http://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/venc/data/w32.blaster.worm.html

http://microsoft.com/technet/treeview/default.asp?url=/technet/security/bulletin/MS03-026.asp

If you are away from your machine or are unable to get on-line, then the above links will provide patches which are small enough to download from another PC on to a floppy disc, to install on your PC at a later date.

For further information

Should you require additional assistance please reference ntl home Service Status Page or call our Service Status Line on 0800 052 4315 for the latest update on this issue.

Yours sincerely,


Customer Service Team
ntl:home

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I think that may help some people....

oh, and microsoft were prepared for the virus, and the people with the virus sent it to the wrong people...lmfao!!!!!!

[Redgore]

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