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Sophos antivirus put out a free root remover: Sophos has a free down load of a root kit, it will find hidden shares or files and show them to you. So you can ether remove them or disable them. With the root kit from the music company a few months ago and the bot nets going on, this...; Tags: antivirus, off-topic, root kits, security, Sophos Anti-Virus, Sophos Plc., spyware, windows, xp, zlito@...; Discussion threads 2006-09-01

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Not Just Sony to Blame - Security Companies' Catastrophic Failure: Not Just Sony to Blame - Security Companies' Catastrophic FailureWhile it is easy and valid to blame Sony for this problem, where were our beloved, and well-paid security companies?Rootkits are an old, well-known attack - why didn't Zone Alarm, Symantec, MacAffee, Computer Associates, or any of the others pick this...; Tags: digital media, digital rights management, drm, secureplay, security, SECURITY COMPANIES, Sony Corp., ZoneAlarm; Discussion threads 2005-11-17
I didn't see any HOW-TO in this article: I didn't see any HOW-TO in this articleThe basic explanation provided is nothing new...I would have liked some specific guidance.Windows rootkits 101article rootDecent AV Vendors include spyware/hackware/rootkits in their SWKaspersky has been doing this for years - although in the "AV Trade they call it "malware" not spyware. I...; Tags: Windows Rootkits, rootkit, security, tool, Richard Kirk, Kaspersky, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows, Windows rootkits 101, disk; Discussion threads 2006-08-11
Spam Relay: Up close and personal: Exchange meets RustockWell, I learned first hand what it means to get rooted. I'm definitely humbled, Rustock is quite impressive and only by shear luck was I able to remove it. Have any of you been compromised by a rootkit, especially one focused on SPAM relay? That adds all sorts...; Tags: Rootkits, Phishing, E-mail, Cyberthreats, Viruses and worms, SECURITY, antivirus, Antivirus2009, Spam Relay, Up Close and Personal, Rustock, server; Discussion threads 2008-10-21
Hacking Problems: Hello,My question is I have a web host who is having some major problems with some sites that are getting hacked he is running Fedora however we have not been able to find out what site in specific it is that is being targeted. Can anyone give some advice on...; Tags: attacker, hacking, linux, Michael34, server; Q&A 2005-04-13

What makes a rootkit?: Don´t buy SonyIf that is the way Sony treats its customers, I have only one thing to do: I will not buy any more Sony products. If CDs are flawed, every other product may be flawed too. Do the same.A Silver Lining?I have a similar reaction to the idea...; Tags: don´t buy sony., if you don´t want spyware, rootkit, security, segbar@..., Sony Corp.; Discussion threads 2005-11-21
How do I... Use the Text-to-Speech application in XP?: Best Text-to-Speech app?The Text-to-Speech application that comes with Windows XP does a good job but its feature set is limited. What Text-to-Speech application do you use? What do you recommend to clients, family, and friends? Does one application stand out from all of the rest?The faster the computer the the...; Tags: Text-to-Speech, Text-To-Speech application, voice, NextUp.com, Microsoft Windows XP; Discussion threads 2008-10-01
Copy protection software causes controversy: Copy protection software causes controversyarticle rootHarmful? No doubt!"Although the SonyBMG software is probably harmless..."There is NO WAY that the F4I software can be considered anything BUT harmful. Even if it did EXACTLY what it was designed to do, it would be bad -- especially since the EULA mentions...; Tags: copy, copy protection, digital-rights management, M_P_Rudas@..., rootkit, security, software, sony, Sony Corp., windows; Discussion threads 2005-11-08
Be aware of potential threats from port knocking: Be aware of potential threats from port knockingarticle rootCan you name one trojan?>>Some of the newest and most complex Trojans utilize the "port knocking" method.; Tags: computer security, firewall, hardware, malware, network security philadelphia, security, trojan, trojan horse; Discussion threads 2005-07-01
Sony's software future: Sony's software futurearticle rootWhat does your Magic 8-Ball say about Sony's software?Sony faces new competition for the living room, largely from networked devices created by Apple and other technology companies. If Sony doesn't fix its software development process, its failures in the digital audio market could be replicated elsewhere.What do...; Tags: Rootkits, Sony Corp.; Discussion threads 2006-03-02
The importance of an effective software installation policy: These days, most administrators go to great lengths to lockdown and secure their networks. One aspect of the network's overall securitythat is often overlooked, however, is a good software installation policy.Regardless of how lax your corporate culture may be, it is critically importantto configure your workstations in a way that...; Tags: Brien M. Posey MCSE, software; Technical articles 2006-06-14
At the root of rootkits: Hackers have a frightening number of tools at their disposal. Some of the most common--but most potentially harmful--are kits of code designed to spy on or damage your network. Knowledge is power.By Chris Prosise and Saumil Udayan ShahThis is our first Security Issues column written in 2001, and we begin...; Tags: Rootkits, SECURITY, Guest Contributor, rootkit, attacker, hacker; Technical articles 2001-01-25
How to find out if my computer is being intruded: We are suspecting a family members ex husband of getting into her computer and getting her passwords. is there any logs or anyway to prove that this has happened?Its a windows Xp computer, and I'm not sure of the firewall or anything, this family member is not very tech savy...; Tags: PRODUCTIVITY, Network security, SECURITY, family member, computer; Discussion threads 2009-01-03
really slow start up: from xp progress bar to active desktop takes forever and a bit.once desktop appears it takes 20 seconds or more for icons and tray bar to appear, then ages to load a few progs to tray. it also takes far to long to load any progs i select.i have no...; Tags: slower@..., windows, domain; Q&A 2005-12-02
IE error message repeatedly in WinXP: A user brought in their laptop, but not until adware/malware/spyware/trojans had it to the point that nothing showed up in the Hardware Settings so he was physically no longer able to connect with his modem. (don't you love that?)After my co-worker played with this for a few hours, it...; Tags: jd-quick (formerly clyde), jdclyde, laptop computer, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Windows XP, registry, Service Pack 2, windows; Q&A 2006-01-04
L0rd_Byr0N: One of my Windows 2000 servers running IIS to support ARCIMS application was hit by L0rd_Byr0N. Instead of a page not found the http://server name gets their hacked message. Nothing has changed on this server for over a year. How did they get in IRC and more...; Tags: Backups, Servers, Microsoft Windows 2000, server, backup; Q&A 2006-01-30
SPTD: Hello,I just install a program that carries a warning:"This program will install the SCSI pass through Direct SPTD which will prevent Kernel Mode Debuggers such as SoftIce, WinDBG..."I am wooried, is that about the same as Rootkit?How to find out if it is installed and how to remove it?Thank you...; Tags: SCSI, SCSI pass through Direct; Q&A 2006-03-28
root kits, Phishing, Bot networks, Trojans, the bad guys: I was reading on line at www.eweek.com and this week is all about security. I thought with Cisco switches and routers configured correctly, filters in place and software and hardware firewall in place we were ok. We also use Websence to block access to down loads and places we...; Tags: Bot network, network, TROJANS, xp, security, spyware, server 2003, hackers, zlito@..., networking, bot, trojan horse, phishing; Discussion threads 2006-04-10
RealNetworks rep to Linux: DRM or die!: RealNetworks rep to Linux: DRM or die!http://arstechnica.com/news.ars/post/20060410-6569.html[i]"The consequences of Linux not supporting DRM would be that fixed-purpose consumer electronics and Windows PCs would be the sole entertainment platforms available," Ayers said.[/i]Good News or bad ??]:)NeitherTotal bollocks.I don't listen to music on my PC anyway, that's why I have a thumping...; Tags: digital-rights management, linux, drm, entertainment, stargazerr, RealNetworks Inc.; Discussion threads 2006-04-12
What do you do: What do you doWhen you get bored at work? Ok I know every one is compleatly swamped and all they have to do is fix things and do not have any time for fun or to explore. Well if you get free time what do you do with it? I...; Tags: Free Time, xp, security, vpn, networks, hacking, zlito@..., job; Discussion threads 2006-04-28

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