[yeokm1]

If you are using MSN messenger whether Live or older versions, please read this.If while you have been chatting with friends and recieve a link such as this link:http://improfile.net/members.php?msn=yournickname@hotmail.com Do not click on it. The link leads to a website. For IE users, IE will download the virus automatically and infect your system. For Firefox users, you may recieve a confimation box asking for your permission to download the payload. Do not download the file. It appears as a DOS script.The virus changes your homepage, blocks msconfig and regedit, and sends the link to people in your address book.

[TheNameless]

Thanks for the heads up.

[techie4fun]

A good post for all users of MSN messenger. Will be on the watch.Thanks.

[yeokm1]

It seems this virus gives variable web addresses.I received this link from my friend whose computer was infected. Don't click on it of course! I have removed the http:/ to prevent such accidents from happening./ratemynuts.net/nuts.php?msn=mynickname@hotmail.comWhatever it is, do not click on any links carelessly without verifying whether is safe to do so.

[KellieCM]

Is this still an ongoing threat that needs to be stuck on top, or can we un-stick this thread and let it roam free?

[Cosmo]

It's older news, so we can let it roam free.More info:MSN MessengerFanaticLIVE

[maximumca]

Just today, I became infected with this virus despite running a very dependable anti-virus program. Don't let down your guard even though the link you receive will be from someone you know. Does anyone know of a fix for this virus yet?

[Cosmo]

If you need the removal tool, click on "Removal Tool" in my previous post.

[SpiritWind]

{size:18px}[/size]:D Hi all : This primarily appears to be a "trojan", NOT a "virus" . Some companies appear to be calling it "Spy.vb.lo" ; would recommend you run any antiSPYWARE/antiTROJAN program(s), like AVG Antispyware from www.ewido.net and/or the Free version of SUPERantispyware from www.superantispyware as a 1st try at getting rid of it. Those programs MAY find other malware as well .

[maximumca]

I've tried downloading the removal tool mentioned and my anitvirus BitDefender is identifying it as possible virus or malware. How can I be sure it's legit? BitDefender is not picking up the worm on my system. I've written their support people.

[Cosmo]

I've removed the removal tool on suspicion of malware. I'll decompile it and have a looksee to see if it is malware. This may take a while, ASM isn't a strong point of mine.In the mean time, I suggest getting NOD32 as an antivirus, as they are the best pay antivirus available.