Daily virus report (Dec 16, 2007)
Dec 15, 2007 - RISING
 
Dec 16, 2007 one virus needs attention. It is Worm.Win32.Agent.zfm. This virus spreads through USB disks, downloads new viruses and tries to remove antivirus software.

Name: Worm.Win32.Agent.zfm

Warning level: Dangerous

Category: Worm

System: WIN 9X/NT/2000/2003/XP

This worm virus will create virus files such as  svchost.exe, internt.exe, progmon.exe at the system directory. It changes the system time and tries to turn off antivirus software. 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. 


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