Category: Virus

Microsoft issues 1 Major update 1-13-09

Paul

Well it has been release Microsoft issued an update to the system:

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Vulnerabilities in SMB Could Allow Remote Code Execution

Microsoft Security Bulletin MS09-001 – Critical (KB958687)

This security update resolves several privately reported vulnerabilities in Microsoft Server Message Block (SMB) Protocol. The vulnerabilities could allow remote code execution on affected systems. An attacker who successfully exploited these vulnerabilities could install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with full user rights. Firewall best practices and standard default firewall configurations can help protect networks from attacks that originate outside the enterprise perimeter. Best practices recommend that systems that are connected to the Internet have a minimal number of ports exposed.

This is one of those updates you really need to install as soon as you can.   You should also get a free firewall or buy one.  I looks to be a vulnerability in the ports and if you’d have a firewall besides windows you should be safe but that is besides the point.   If you are security congenious then you should install this update ASAP.  If your worried this will effect you system then you will need to backup your system before you do this update.  If you feel you’ve might of been infected with this Vulnerability you could always go get a free antivirus program and scan your system.  This is the sure way of fighting a Virus and making sure your safe, although people argue that Paid virus programs are quicker to be updated with virus databases, it’s all in the matter of preferences.

Reviewing Roboform: Great Password Manager

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I’ve had Roboform for the last few months checking it out working with it seeing what is the pro’s and cons of it. Here’s what I’ve found out.

Limited number of passwords for non-license (Limited to 10 passcards – login information and password) — This doesn’t surprise me in fact once I’d started using it I had to buy it. You see I’ve got so many places I like to visit and so many logins it isn’t easy to track them all. This helps me login to each and everyone of them very easily. Although if you only have a limited amount of sites the free version will work well for those people too.

Defeats Key loggers — This is good for those who have family members who use the same computer just in case someone installs a virus that tries to steal your sensitive information. Can be put on a portable thumb drive with use to a library or open platforms. This also will prevent key loggers from getting your login information.

Generates strong passwords — This is a must in my field, I’m so tired of having to come up with a password. Now this is generated on the fly. Click a button and you have a password generated. Tried this out on several sites that would tell you how strong it is and all of the said excellent.

Works with Firefox, Internet explorer, and MSN/AOL — Now being that I don’t have a MSN or Aol I do not know this I have however tried this on Internet explorer and Firefox very easily. It works well with Vista no major problems. I have tried it with Google Chrome and it seems not work at all with it. I do not know if they will start supporting it and only time will tell!!

Backing up your passwords — it is really easy to back up your passwords database on Roboform. Just copy and paste and your done. No needing to find a hidden Directory, Roboform Database for Vista is in the My Documents folder under “My Roboform Data” Folder. All you need to do is copy that to a USB key and no worries Roboform automatically encrypts the passwords so without the Master password you can’t use them.

No need to remember Passwords — Yes that is right you no longer have to worry about remembering your passwords all you have to do is click a button and Roboform fills the required input forms. It can be annoying if you use the free version because you only can save 10 passwords then the rest you will have to remember.

Easily speed through login screens — This is the best part of Roboform because no more having to type in the site you need to go to login. Roboform does that for you without any problems. You just pick where you want to go and Roboform takes you through and fills the information in before you know it. I absolutely love this feature because You don’t have to type in the place you want to go it will automatically take you there.

Roboform has several version — Roboform can be made portable and also be put on PDA’s (Personal Digital Assistant) or a Mobile Phone(Windows Mobile, Palm, Symbian, or Blackberry). This is great for those who need to have your passwords on more than one type of device. Keeps it safe like big brother still need a master password to get to it. It also makes it just as easy to surf to the important websites with ease.

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I strongly recommend this to anyone who has problems remembering passwords or want to upgrade there passwords to the next level.  This will ultimately protect you far better than trying to remember all your passwords.   This however is a personal and this will not protect you 100% but will get far closer to the 100% than just doing it alone.  Remember only you can protect your sensitive data and nothing else can stop password stealing 100% of a time.

Windows 7 beta 1 leaked, how to get it:

Paul

It’s been leaked and some things to consider when installing this is you need to have a lot of space.[ad#tmi-right-1-1] So how do you get this elusive beta:

  • Rapidshare – Although I don’t know if this is the recent version it looks like it.  The problem with downloading these files are they are really big and it will take some time for you to download each and everypart.   You only can do 200 megs of download every 6 hours so it will take time.

  • Torrents site like Isohunt – The only way you can get it is through website search and downloading the torrent file.   I don’t know how reliable it is.  I don’t think it is safe on all of these but I want people to see it and see if it works for you.

These are the only two that I could come up with the might work for people.   If someone knows of any others let me know.  Be warned downloading files from unknown sources might [ad#tmi-left-1]let you get a virus.  It is always dangerous to download files from unkown sources so if you want to download it and put it on a virtual system that would be the best option.   I supply people with the tools I don’t link to anything that is illegal.     This is provided as is and you go to these sites on your own without any help from me.

The Build of the beta build should be 7000 and is should end on 7/2/2009 or at least that is what one screenshot looks like online.  It’s been leaked and should be looked closely at all the possible outcomes of this new OS.   If Microsoft is going to release it would be soon because they usually only give you 6 months to use the OS.  They usually only do it for each beta build, so it might be made available as soon as January 2, 2009.  That’s the look on the build!!

Inside Generic Pup.Z

Paul

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Infection Methods:

Potentially unwanted programs do not self-replicate. They spread manually, often under the premise that they are beneficial or wanted. They can either be stand alone applications, or come bundled along with other PUPs, Trojans or Rootkits.

Installation methods involve system or security exploitation, and unsuspecting users manually executing unknown programs.

Distribution channels include email, malicious or hacked web pages, Internet Relay Chat (IRC), peer-to-peer networks, etc.

Ways to prevent Infection:

In order to prevent these types of infections you need to understand that most of the time it is something you thought was useful but yet has a virus hidden inside of it.   Some of the things you can do to remove the virus is:

You need to remember about security and how to counter any virus installation by having a firewall and Anti-virus.  I have also put an e-store to better make use of anything I see on Amazon that might help you out.  If you want to visit it, click here.

Virus Handbook — 39.95$ Shows you the theory behind E-mail Virus.

Paul

Amazon reviews this book and says:

E-mail Virus Protection Handbook : Protect your E-mail from Viruses, Tojan Horses, and Mobile Code Attacks (Paperback)E-mail Virus Protection Handbook

The authors of this volume (and there are several) begin by explaining how and why e-mail viruses work–they point the finger mainly at software that’s designed for slick presentation of mail instead of for security, as well as at uninformed end users. Then, they begin to explain what various countermeasures, including antivirus software and firewalls, can do, and offer specific configuration advice. They also explore means of configuring popular e-mail servers and clients for maximum resistance to viruses. Overall, this book is carefully researched and should provide system administrators with the information–both practical and background–that they need to protect their systems from some of the more insidious threats around. –David Wall

Price: $39.95

If your like me and your curious how these viruses work. This book is good for those who want to learn how to fight or combat viruses that usually come with E-mails. You have to know why there are viruses and why you need Anti-virus software. Although I’ve only read some of this, it makes my head spin. I’d recommend people read it at least twice. This is good for technicians who have to fight with viruses a lot, will give you so many good ideas on how to combat them.

Please visit my store for other Recommendations.  I’ll update them when I find more cool stuff.