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19 Aug 2005

W32.Zotob.E virus

Recently, there is a new type of virus called W32.Zotob.E Worm widely spreading.
W32.Zotob.E is a worm that opens a back door and exploits the Microsoft Windows Plug and Play Buffer Overflow Vulnerability (described in Microsoft Security Bulletin MS05-039) on TCP port 445.

Sony recommends all VAIO users having the virus definitions of the Anti-Virus program installed on the VAIO computer to be updated to the latest virus definitions.

How To Check For Infection/Remove The Virus/Protect Against The Virus

Please refer to the following websites.
Symantec (Norton Antivirus)

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