Security - December 2006

Can you do a system restore to restore it to it's original state(before you started using the computer)?I really need some help because I have a computer that has 13 on it and I don't want to buy a new one. What happens if the trojan horse is unhealable?

2006-12-26 14:55:37 · 4 answers · asked by Bren 2

I got this virus that's like impossible to delete since everytime I scanned it, the removal process always freezes. So i'm thinking of reinstalling Windows XP so all the old stuff would be gone along with the malwares. However, is it possible for the virus to be "stuck" on the harddrive so that it goes everything with the harddrive even after formatting it?

2006-12-26 14:12:41 · 5 answers · asked by x.eternal_wind 2

Recently my computer has been running extremely slow. My virus and spyware scans (avast, adaware, zonealarm spyware scan, counterspy, microsoft malicious software removal toool) turned up about eight or so problems. My computer is running slightly faster now, but it is still a lot slower than it was a few days ago. I have heard some people say that system restore is a good idea, but others have said its not. What do you all recommend?

2006-12-26 13:30:55 · 8 answers · asked by jubbz 2

SAN FRANCISCO (AFP) - Chinks have been found in the armor of new Vista software that Microsoft has touted as the safest operating system it ever designed, a computer security firm said.


Determina Security Research, in Silicon Valley, said it notified Microsoft of half a dozen software vulnerabilities, including potential for hackers to take administrative control of computers.

"The vulnerable code is present in all versions of Windows up to and including Windows Vista," Determina warned in a security bulletin on its website.

A Russian programmer that also discovered the potential to exploit a Vista weakness to gain access to computer systems published the information on the Internet on December 15.

Microsoft is working to patch Vista, according to Determina. A business version of Vista was released in November and is to be available for the home computer market on January 30.

Hackers could invade Vista-based computers by sending booby trapped emails or tricking people into visiting websites that secretly plant malicious codes on their machines, according to Determina.

There were no reports of hackers taking advantage of the weakness in any Windows operating systems.


http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20061226/tc_afp/usitinternetsoftware

2006-12-26 13:25:36 · 7 answers · asked by 111 2

I went to a site and was surprised to see how someone has posted information on how to get "free" dollars.I mean,total steps on how to steal credit card information on the internet.I am really scared.i'd wanted to post the site address here but i know many people will use the information to harm other people.what can i do?I thought i could post it to any security site like FBI or any other site without giving my personal information out for any reason.What do you all think?

2006-12-26 13:19:52 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-12-26 12:43:09 · 2 answers · asked by TAMIM M 1

where are the registry files?i have some which seems to contain virus.if i just delete them will everything be alright again?will it affect my com if i deleted them???pls can any computer pros help???

2006-12-26 12:33:48 · 5 answers · asked by Kingolame 2

2006-12-26 11:59:16 · 4 answers · asked by TAMIM M 1

2006-12-26 11:55:37 · 4 answers · asked by Lisa C 1

I just recieved an iPod shuffle for Christmas and I would like to get an iTunes account to download music, but my dad is worried that someone would get his debit card information through iTunes. This could be a problem do to the fact that I am under 18 and the only money I recieve is allowence. Also, I plan to only use iTunes gift cards so is there any way to sign up without using a credit card, but with that? I know that AOL offers accounts without a credit card, but I have comcast. Furthermore, has there been any major identity theft cases caused by iTunes since they started using industry standard encryption to protect the confidentiality of those who give them their personal information? Thanks in advance!

2006-12-26 11:53:28 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-12-26 11:35:21 · 3 answers · asked by Matt666 1

2006-12-26 10:44:21 · 5 answers · asked by Puzzled 1

it states warning! W32.Myzor.FK@yf is a virus that infects files with .exe extensions. It attempts to seal passwords and private information from infected computer. what to do ... please help soon

2006-12-26 10:25:57 · 16 answers · asked by Prashant P 2

2006-12-26 09:24:48 · 7 answers · asked by harlecej 1

2006-12-26 09:15:48 · 14 answers · asked by Susan L 7

I've used SPYBOT to check for spyware, cleared out all the junk files/cookies, downloaded a virus scanner but nothing was found. The pop up windows aren't the usual ones. They are grey boxes that pop up and say they are from a "Messenger Service" and have ads for Viagra, porn, vitamins, etc.......... Does anyone know whats wrong with her computer? Any help would be great!

2006-12-26 08:52:27 · 11 answers · asked by SR A 1

If so could someone please give me step by step instructions on how to do this?

This is for a Toshiba Satillite laptop which has Windows XP.

2006-12-26 08:38:39 · 11 answers · asked by Rand al' Thor 3

2006-12-26 08:38:00 · 8 answers · asked by nicola e 1

2006-12-26 08:15:47 · 8 answers · asked by Combat Boots 1

I got a new Mac. Do I need to install virus protection?

2006-12-26 08:05:47 · 8 answers · asked by GoChrisGo 2

In cyberspace?

2006-12-26 07:12:04 · 6 answers · asked by the7thseal 2

My wife downloaded a virus and now my .exe file association is screwed up. I run Win98SE. How do I fix this? I was able to do an online virus scan, but I can't run Norton because it's not associated.

2006-12-26 06:42:02 · 5 answers · asked by cykotik2000 2

i am having a problem downloading my limewire. when i checked support they said to check my security,how do i check that out

2006-12-26 06:13:57 · 3 answers · asked by foxy_lady695 1

I forgot my password to my computer main screen. I tried to go into user accounts but it wont let me. I need to know if there is a way I can bypass that to change my password to one I wont forget. This is crucial as my computer is for both home and work use. 10 points to the FIRST answer that works.

2006-12-26 06:07:58 · 10 answers · asked by gospelman1959 1

can someone tell me what happens to the serial number after one year?
also i heard it has spyware shield ? i just want some details. do you think it is better than anti-vir, avg, or avast?

2006-12-26 06:03:04 · 3 answers · asked by mocho22 3

2006-12-26 05:32:37 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I currently have the Zone Alarm Pro firewall and Norton Antivirus 2005. I love my Zone Alarm firewall. Would you recommend switching to Zone Alarm Antivirus?

2006-12-26 05:21:11 · 4 answers · asked by lj1 7

I have a windows 2000.

2006-12-26 05:13:29 · 4 answers · asked by torres_2904 1

2006-12-26 04:41:26 · 9 answers · asked by kaileejb 3

2006-12-26 04:23:41 · 8 answers · asked by serfblues 2