Dec 24, 2007 one virus needs attention. It is "Disk Wizard worm Y (Worm.Win32.DiskGen.y)" virus. The virus spread through the U-disk, manual clean-up more difficult.
Name: Disk Wizard worm Y (Worm.Win32.DiskGen.y)
Warning level: Dangerous
Category: worms
System: WINNT/2000/2003/XP
This is a worm. Operation virus, will reproduce itself to the system directory, the file attributes as a hidden virus, and does not allow users to disable the process. Computer viruses will search all of the disk directory, and then each disk in the root directory under the document can be automatically established virus functionality, enabling users double-click the disk shall after infection, and as a communication channel.
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.
