Daily virus report (Dec 15, 2007)
Dec 15, 2007 - RISING
Dec 15, 2007 one virus needs attention. It is Worm.Win32.DownLoader.n. This virus spreads through USB disks, downloads new viruses and tries to remove antivirus software.
Name: Worm.Win32.DownLoader.n
Warning level: Dangerous
Category: Worm
System: WIN 9X/NT/2000/2003/XP
This worm virus will create a virus file called svchost.exe at the system directory. It tries to turn off antivirus software and even uninstall software by changing the Windows registry. It can download new viruses and copy itself to all disk partitions.
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.
