James C Posted April 14, 2004 Posted April 14, 2004 Generally, when Norton throws up an alert about something unintelligible(to do with something trying to access my internet connection/PC), if it suggests the "Permit" option, am I as well accepting it (my AV software being frequently updated, of course)?
Guest lightnix Posted April 14, 2004 Posted April 14, 2004 I don't know, but I never permit / allow / click OK on anything I don't understand the meaning / point / use of. Better safe than sorry.
the kid Posted April 14, 2004 Posted April 14, 2004 yeh I used the Zone Alaem one ive had it on since about 1600 its now 1809 and ive had 48 attempted access. The problem with Norton is I couldn't get it to regester and ive tried everything so we've given up.
MikeR Posted April 14, 2004 Posted April 14, 2004 Bear in mind that a lot of what Zone Alarm and its like spots as intrusion attempts may be quite legitimate. Smtp nntp and other protocols may legitimately attempt to connect to your ip. THe high number of apparent intrusion alarms that you see especially with Zone Alarm is not quite what it seems, which is not to say that some of the intrusion attempts are not nasty.
TomLyall Posted April 16, 2004 Posted April 16, 2004 just my 2p worth... I personally find that having my hardware (yeah I know, dont correct me) firewall in my router helps the situation well, as right now ive only got it allowing the ports that actually need access through, if your thinking of investing in a router it's good to have one with the ability to filter ports/ip's that are known to be nasty. [edit] the other advantage is that it protects all my computers, in one go, without having to install the program and configure it on each comptuer, its also always there when I need it, oh and its one less thing to slow down / hang my computer...
Matt Posted April 16, 2004 Posted April 16, 2004 I find with norton, its mainly isps using backdoor trojans to do something to my pc, whatever they want with my porn I dont know but hey... I have had hacking attempts from all over the world, universities in the states, a turkish telecom company, and even an australian thign I cant quite remember, (norton has its own tracking thing, I like it, gives me some satisfaction seeing who tried to get in ** laughs out loud **)
peter Posted April 16, 2004 Posted April 16, 2004 I regularly check my PC using Sygate Online Scanner and it seems fine. I run Sygate Personal Firewall at this end, and access through a router at home.
jebuntin Posted April 22, 2004 Posted April 22, 2004 A few weeks ago a dodgy popup appeared on my PC, then vanished whilst my PC disconnected then redialed a new server called XXXServer! I immediately disconnected, removed the new dialup from 'my computer' and found the package hidden in C:\windows. I uninstalled it and reset my homepage to google and thought it was gone. However, it now does this every time I connect to the internet! I can't find the hidden package - does anyone have any ideas how to get rid of it without reformatting my PC? jebuntin
gareth Posted April 22, 2004 Posted April 22, 2004 A few weeks ago a dodgy popup appeared on my PC, then vanished whilst my PC disconnected then redialed a new server called XXXServer! I immediately disconnected, removed the new dialup from 'my computer' and found the package hidden in C:\windows. I uninstalled it and reset my homepage to google and thought it was gone. However, it now does this every time I connect to the internet! I can't find the hidden package - does anyone have any ideas how to get rid of it without reformatting my PC? Download Ad-Aware from here - it's pretty good at finding, and dealing with, stuff like that.
jebuntin Posted April 22, 2004 Posted April 22, 2004 I already have Ad-aware installed! it can't seem to find it!
gareth Posted April 22, 2004 Posted April 22, 2004 I already have Ad-aware installed! it can't seem to find it! Have you downloaded the latest reference file (Reference Number : 01R298 20.04.2004) ?
jebuntin Posted April 22, 2004 Posted April 22, 2004 I already have Ad-aware installed! it can't seem to find it!Have you downloaded the latest reference file (Reference Number : 01R298 20.04.2004) ?erm, no actually I haven't. I'll try, but it's difficult when it keeps disconnecting! Thanks for you help.
Brian Posted April 22, 2004 Posted April 22, 2004 You might want to look as these discussions about xxxserver and the games people had to play to get rid of it. xxxserver info and also more xxxserver info
Guest lightnix Posted April 22, 2004 Posted April 22, 2004 Try using something like Pest Patrol, Zone Alarm or just the Google Toolbar to keep these nasties at bay. And stay away from those free porn sites
Tomo Posted April 22, 2004 Posted April 22, 2004 Use a NAT router. A NAT router will drop all incoming connections - no so way to remotely crack your system. Couple that with a secure browser and good antivirus, you're as safe as can be. And unplug the modem if you aren't using it.
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