(12/6/2001) Similar to the hybris worm, here's another worm that frequently gets mistaken fore junk e-mail, but is a serious threat.
SAMPLE CHAIN LETTER TEXT
How are you?
When I saw this screen saver, I immediately thought about you.
I'm in a harry [That's how it is spelled], I promise you will love it.
ATTACHMENT: GONE.SRC (38928 bytes)
END CHAIN LETTER TEXT
The message will probably appear to be coming from someone you know and contains an attachment that looks like a windows screen saver, but is really a fast-spreading worm. Worms are similar to viruses, but their principle damage is self-replication. "Goner," as this worm has been dubbed by virus experts, deletes certain system files that make your system safe from remote attacks then sends copies of itself using your e-mail address book and ICQ software (if installed). It is particularly destructive to e-mail servers because they can be overwhelmed by the volume of mail these worms create.
All of the major anti-virus software packages now have updates available to protect you from Goner. For more information and to download fixes, consult the experts:
If you don't have anti-virus software on your computer, GET SOME! The piece of mind is worth the small investment. In the meantime, you can get free online scans and manual disinfection instructions from Trend Micro's House Call.
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