Infections of a worm that spreads through low security networks, memory sticks, and PCs without the latest security updates is “skyrocketing”.
The malicious program, known as Conficker, Downadup, or Kido was first discovered in October 2008. Anti-virus firm F-Secure estimates there are now 8.9m machines infected.
Experts warn this figure could be far higher and say users should have up-to-date anti-virus software and install Microsoft’s MS08-067 patch.
Other Stories You Might Like
Conficker’s April Fool, but May Still Activate (51)
The Conficker Worm: Worst Virus Ever Infecting 10,000,000 Online and Growing (5)
Playstation Network Gets Hacked! (1)
Why is the Government Passing Laws Requiring Flu Shots? (1)
Scientists Find Antibodies that Attack the AIDS Virus – Could this be a Cure? (373)
Are Flu Vaccines More Dangerous than Flu Itself? (359)
Swine Flu Myths (0)
Rising Cybercrime Becoming a Big Concern (0)
Confickr April Fools Day PC Massacre – Afraid Yet? (12)
Facebook Faces Hackers’ Attacks (1)