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Old December 14th 03, 11:16 AM
Damaris Arroyo
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Default Systems shutdown notices and Security leak notices

I have Windows XP and after few minutes connected to the
internet, I get the Systems needs to shut down notice.

In addition, while on the internet I also receive notices
that I have security leaks and to log on to a site for
help. I don't know if its a virus or an actual notice.
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Old December 14th 03, 11:21 AM
Jupiter Jones [MVP]
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Default Systems shutdown notices and Security leak notices

You most likely have a worm W32.Blaster.Worm
DISCONNECT the subject computer from any network IMMEDIATELY.

Install or enable a firewall IMMEDIATELY:
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=283673

VERY IMPORTANT to follow ALL steps, closing ports or installing the
patch is NOT enough.
Download the patch and regedit referenced in the article below.
You may need to do this at an uninfected computer and burn to CD or
save on floppies.
Each file is small enough to fit on a floppy.

Follow this to clean and protect your computer:
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_qr.htm#rpc

After this is resolved prevent similar occurrences by installing ALL
Critical Updates from Windows Update.
Keep antivirus up to date and run at least weekly.
Install or enable a firewall.

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An easier way to read newsgroup messages:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/p...oups/setup.asp
http://dts-l.org/index.html


"Damaris Arroyo" wrote in message
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I have Windows XP and after few minutes connected to the
internet, I get the Systems needs to shut down notice.

In addition, while on the internet I also receive notices
that I have security leaks and to log on to a site for
help. I don't know if its a virus or an actual notice.



 




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