Conficker, a virus that takes advantage of a vulnerability in Microsoft's software, has launched another update. Conficker’s engineers are using a peer-to-peer network to update the virus.
The security community is finding in some cases Conficker is now downloading Waledac,, a worm that has been known to display fake infection warnings with an offer to purchase a phony antivirus software program. Examples include System Security 2009, WinWebSecurity, Antivirus Plus, Antivirus 2010, XP Antivirus, and Quad Registry Cleaner.
Be sure your system is updated with the latest virus definitions and that the File systems shield is enabled to ensure you are fully protected from Waladec.
In addition, I recommends home PC users to take the following steps:
- I advises PC users and organizations of all sizes to install the latest updates to your Windows operating system. These often contain patches for vulnerabilities that can be exploited by Conficker and other malware.
- Protect your PC with both antivirus, antispyware technology. The latest releases of Internet Security Suitess and AntiVirus with AntiSpyware protect against Conficker and other malware.
- If you are already running a security suite or antivirus program, make sure it is updated with the latest anti-malware definitions.
- Beware of fake alerts and online ads for free security programs from unknown companies that claim to remove Conficker, or other threats; only download programs from trusted sites.
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