Daily virus report (Dec 21, 2007)
Dec 21, 2007 - RISING
Dec 21, 2007 one virus needs attention. It is Backdoor.Win32.PBot.a. This virus spreads through MSN messages. Infected computers will get controlled by hackers.
Name: Backdoor.Win32.PBot.a
Warning level: Dangerous
Category: Backdoor
System: WIN 9X/NT/2000/2003/XP
This is a backdoor program and will send messages like 'hola, My Christmas picture for you :)' with the virus zip file photo2007-12.zip through MSN messenger. If the user opens it, his computer will get infected too. The virus can download other viruses and let the user's computer controlled by hackers.
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.
