B.Ob. Posted November 2, 2005 Share Posted November 2, 2005 Rootkit Takes Aim at AOL "Security researchers have identified a rootkit being spread through AOL's popular instant messaging client and AOL chat rooms. Bundled within the previously identified W32/Sdbot-ADD worm, the lockx.exe rootkit file is installed when users click on the file link within the IM window. Though neither the worm nor the rootkit file are new, it appears to be the worm's first foray into the AIM (AOL's Instant Messenger) network. What's more troubling is that rootkits haven't previously been spread via IM." This is a NASTY one, so make sure you update the AIM client if you use it!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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