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Antivirus Software Antivirus Software Remove Viruses Prevent Viruses Malware From Mary Landesman, your Guide to Antivirus Software Signed Rootkit .LNK'd to Zero Day Exploit A couple of digitally signed, rootkit-enabled data theft trojans have been discovered. One is signed with a certificate belonging to Realtek, the other to JMicron (both presumed stolen). At least one of these signed trojans was using a zero day exploit involving specially crafted .LNK files. Autorun FAQs Autorun is one of those 'convenience' features in Windows that can cause more harm than good. Essentially, Autorun enables designated files to run when an Autorun-enabled drive (such as a USB thumb drive) is inserted into the computer. Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions about the Autorun component, including why Autorun can be dangerous and how it can be disabled. Make Adobe Reader and Acrobat Safer to Use Adobe Reader comes pre-installed on most computers. And even if you never use it, just the mere presence can leave your computer at risk. Vulnerabilities in Adobe Reader and Adobe Acrobat are the number one most common infection vector, bar none. Here are the must-make security tweaks you need to make in Adobe Reader and/or Adobe Acrobat. Help! My Email Was Hacked! Do you suspect your email account has been hacked? Can't login to your email account? Are you getting undeliverable and bounce messages for email you never sent? Are friends and family complaining of receiving email you never sent? Is it malware? A hacker? Here's how to tell. Antivirus Software Ads Avira Personal Avira Antivir AntiVirus Software Anti Vir Avira AntiVirus Download Featured Articles Alternative PDF Readers Browser Tracking Techniques Antivirus, Firewall, and Security Software Reviews Free Antivirus Software Antivirus Glossary of Terms Spyware and Adware   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Mary Landesman Antivirus Software Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Antivirus Software newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads Top Ten Ways to Get Infected Five Tricks the Scammers Use How to Beef Up Your Browser Top Windows Antivirus Mac Antivirus Options Advertisement