My Doom 2 Virus

Many Internet users recently received a message appearing to be from the management of their ISP. This is the work of an Internet "worm" currently being spread across the Web. The subject and content of the message typically state that the subscriber's e-mail account is in jeopardy. The messages to ATPRS Subscribers may appear to be from Management@atprs.net , Administration@atprs.net, NoReply@atprs.net , etc. The e-mail contains an attachment which when executed will infect the user's Windows PC.

ATPRS urges all members to delete all e-mail that contains unknown attachments, and to never open such attachments.

For details on the virus and for information on how to clean your system if you suspect it is infected, please visit McAfee at http://us.mcafee.com . Then, on the right side of their home page under "Current Threats" click on the link to the W32/Bagle.j@MM worm.

Please be aware that should your computer become infected, you may experience a significant degradation in performance. If your system begins to negatively affect other users on the ATPRS Network, ATPRS may be forced to suspend your service until the situation is remedied.

For more tips on detecting and preventing your computer from becoming infected by viruses aand worms read the letter below.

Thank You,

ATPRS.net Management

MyDoom Worm Virus

The following tips can help keep your PC safe from viruses while using e-mail and the internet.

  1. Do not open any files attached to an e-mail from an unknown, suspicious, or untrustworthy source.
  2. Do not open any files attached to an e-mail unless you know what it is, even if it appears to come from someone you know. Some viruses can replicate themselves and spread through e-mail. Better to use caution and confirm that they really sent it.
  3. Do not open any files attached to an e-mail if the subject line is questionable or unexpected. If you must open the file, save the file to your hard drive and scan it with antivirus software before doing so.
  4. Delete chain e-mails and junk e-mail. Do not forward or reply to any chain or junk e-mails. These types of messages  are typically SPAM.
  5. Do not download any files from strangers.
  6. Exercise caution when downloading files from the internet. Ensure that the source is a legitimate and reputable one. Verify that an anti-virus program checks the files on the download site. If you're uncertain, don't download the file at all or download the file to a floppy and test it with your anti-virus software.
  7. Update your anti-virus software regularly. Over 500 viruses are discovered each month, so you'll want to be protected. Follow your anti-virus vendor's recommendations to keep your software up to date.
  8. Back-up your files on a regular basis. If a virus destroys your files, at least you can replace them with your back-up copy. You should store your backup copy in a separate location from your work files, one that is preferably not on your computer.
  9. When in doubt, always err on the side of caution and do not open, download, or execute any files or e-mail attachments. Not executing is more important of these caveats. Check with your product vendors for updates that include those for your operating system web browser, and e-mail. One example is the security site section of Microsoft located at http://www.microsoft.com/security. This is site consistently updated by Microsoft with information regarding the latest virus' threats and any Microsoft software updates which can help make your Windows PC less vulnerable.