Aug 15, 2007 there is one virus that requires your attention. Its name is Worm.Mail.Win32.Zhelatin.dlg. This virus sends large amount of spam, slows down the computer, occupies the network and internet bandwidth or even crashes the enterprise LAN. 

The virus of today:

Name: Worm.Mail.Win32.Zhelatin.dlg

Warning level: Dangerous

Category: Worm

Affected System: WIN 9X/NT/2000/XP

This virus spreads via email. The virus sends an email with an attachment. If any other users open this attachment, their computers will get affected. The virus sends large amount of spam, slows down the computers, occupies the network and internet bandwidth or even crashes the enterprise LAN. 

 

Anti-virus experts suggest that computer users take the following measures to protect against this virus:

Do not open suspicious mail and suspicious websites; turn off or delete unnecessary system services; patch the system in a timely manner as many viruses spread by taking advantage of the system exploits or vulnerabilities; install anti-virus software for real-time monitoring and protection; Open auto-protect function when accessing to the internet; Install personal firewall to prevent the loss of  password; Set up a complicated password for the administrators account.