A new malware attack has been roaming around Facebook lately which puts a link on the users newsfeed which claims to be the “Sexiest Video Ever” which indeed is not. Once you click on the program it will ask you for permission to access your wall and profiles, then it will tell you that you…
There are a lot of great Anti-Virus programs out there that help to keep your computer safe from viruses, but what happens when it just isn't enough and your computer is now infected with tons of Trojans and you can't use it. Well that's when you would use a Rescue CD, and the free AVG…
This great adware removal tool named (Ad-Aware) just added Outlook email scanning and live download verification, and a rootkit removal system to its standard scans for infected files. If you are like me and leave your Outlook open all day during your work day or while at home, Ad-Aware 8.2 will monitor your emails as…
Windows operating system has a utility called system restore that allows you to restore your computer to a previous day and time.
The only thing most users do not know, in the event that your system becomes infected, chances are the system restore files are infected as well. The latest malware infections that claim that your system…
When will it stop.
It seems that the rouge antivirus programs have been finding their way everywhere. I have seen infections before, but this one keeps on making itself known, over and over again. I can not stress the importance of watching every window that pops up and be careful. The malware that can infect you…
With over 350 million users' worldwise, Facebook is becoming, if not already, the most popular social networking site on the web. From sharing comments, photos, videos, links to your favorite sites, and even creating invitations for events your going to or even hosting, there no wonder why it has become so widely used and popular.…
Grisoft, the manufacturer of the anti virus software known as AVG has upgraded once again. As of October 17th, 2009, version 9.0 is released. AVG being widely known for their network security for enterprise and personal protection, but probably best known as a great FREE antivirus program. Yes that's right, they have a free edition…
I was watching the 6 o'clock local news, and they had a warning for all computer users to watch for a new virus.
They went on to describe a type of virus that has been out there for sometime now.
These viruses parade themselves as legit programs that are trying to protect you from infections. But please…
Microsoft has released it's final release of the real-time protection for your home PC that guards against viruses, spyware, and other malicious software. With a super easy install, very user' friendly interface, and the best part of all, it's 100% FREE! That's right, FREE!
The new interface is very easy to use, when the icon is green,…
Everyone loves the social aspect of networking sites like Facebook.
But be aware, a new security hole has been discovered with cross-site scripting vulnerabilities involving Facebook applications.
The new security flaw is a type that might be used to distribute Trojan horse malware or launch various, similar hacking attacks.
Now various Internet security experts have…
As of 5/31/08, Grisoft will stop releasing updates to the 7.5 version of its free anti-virus program. You will need to upgrade to the new free version which is 8.0. Unfortunately it will not be as easy as just downloading the new one and installing it over your old version, but it isn’t all that…