Twitter has been given the all clear after a worm infected “tens of thousands of users”. But experts say the attack could have been much worse. (more…)
Conficker also installs fake antivirus software
Researchers have discovered another feature of the Conficker worm that provides an additional clue about the intent of the creators–the worm installs malware that masquerades as antivirus software, Trend Micro said on Friday.
The worm, which has infected millions of Windows-based computers on the Internet, is downloading a program called Spyware Protect 2009 and displaying warning messages saying that the computer is infected and offering to clean it up for $49.95, according to the Trend Micro blog. (more…)
Viruses with trigger dates
Conficker, which was set to activate on April 1 but failed to cause any problems, isn’t the first virus to be programmed to take action on a certain date or time. Experts believe that worms with a trigger date can lead to panic and hype. Here are some others: (more…)
Conficker worm might originate from China
PDT with the information provided by BKIS that its free version of BKAV antivirus software can remove the worm from any infected computer.
There’s been a lot of fuss about theConficker worm. However, there is a $250,000 question: the origin of the virus. (more…)
Computer worm called ‘real threat’
If you’ve never heard the words “Conficker” or “Downadup,” wait a few hours.
They’re rapidly becoming household words for personal computer owners. (more…)