[simpits-tech] OT: beware Virus (worm/swen)

[Kelly Mclaren]

If you get a message like this,  It looks like it's an official message from Microsoft. but it's virus. Got 206 messages yesterday and 101 were infected
Marc..

Microsoft Consumer

this is the latest version of security update, the "September 2003, Cumulative Patch" update which fixes all known security vulnerabilities affecting MS Internet Explorer, MS Outlook and MS Outlook Express. Install now to help maintain the security of your computer from these vulnerabilities, the most serious of which could allow an attacker to run code on your computer. This update includes the functionality of all previously released patches. 


System requirements Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP 
This update applies to MS Internet Explorer, version 4.01 and later
MS Outlook, version 8.00 and later
MS Outlook Express, version 4.01 and later 
Recommendation Customers should install the patch at the earliest opportunity. 
How to install Run attached file. Choose Yes on displayed dialog box. 
How to use You don't need to do anything after installing this item. 

Microsoft Product Support Services and Knowledge Base articles can be found on the Microsoft Technical Support web site. For security-related information about Microsoft products, please visit the Microsoft Security Advisor web site, or Contact Us. 

Thank you for using Microsoft products.

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