Guest guest Posted August 4, 2003 Report Share Posted August 4, 2003 Byron, When I followed the instructions, I did indeed find that file. I deleted it and have checked twice since to make sure it is no longer there. I usually always delete virus messages but for some reason I didn't this time. McAfee does have it on the hoax list though. In Peace, Pegasus - " Byron " <byronksc Monday, August 04, 2003 11:23 AM Re: [CrystalHW] IMPORTANT! > At 11:00 PM 8/3/03 -0400, you wrote: > > I followed the directions below, found the virus, and removed it. Peggy > > > >****Unfortunately, a virus has been passed on to me by a contact. My address > > book was infected. Since you are in my address book, there is a good > > chance you will find it in your computer too. The virus (called > >jdbgmgr.exe) is not detected by Norton or McAfee > >antivirus systems. > > > It's too bad you people don't check with the Virus Hoax sites before > passing this junk around! > > Peace and Love, > Byron > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 4, 2003 Report Share Posted August 4, 2003 Thanks for the info. > The file was found in your system, because it is a file that Windows uses. > > I deleted mine when I got the hoax two years ago--I tried to re-install it by the directions on the Microsoft website, and I really didn't notice a difference between having it, and not having it. > > Basically, it's only supposed to be " important " to your system if you write Javascript programs. . .or at least, that is what I was told at the time. > > However, it is not a virus in itself, and everyone who has Windows has this file in their system. The people who started the hoax knew this, and decided to see how many of us would panic and delete it. > > Needless to say, it worked on me (2 yrs ago, and it was an old hoax even then)--and from then on, I *always* check with a hoax site before I do anything concerning a virus warning. > > Blessings to you & yours, > Ahreinya > > > --- > Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. > Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). > Version: 6.0.504 / Virus Database: 302 - Release 7/24/03 > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 4, 2003 Report Share Posted August 4, 2003 From what I understand of this, what happens is that the hoaxers send an e-mail advisory telling us to delete a file which we DO have -- but in realilty, this file is NOT a virus, and may even be a file that we need. So, IMO, it's not a good idea to take actions suggested in an e-mail, without first checking it out on a reputable website. love and blessings, Linda G " The distinction between past, present and future is only an illusion, even if a stubborn one. " -- Albert Einstein -- > " Pegasus " <pegsram >Mon, 4 Aug 2003 00:01:59 -0400 > >Byron, > When I followed the instructions, I did indeed find that file. I >deleted >it and have checked twice since to make sure it is no longer there. I >usually always delete virus messages but for some reason I didn't this >time. >McAfee does have it on the hoax list though. > In Peace, Pegasus _______________ Tired of spam? Get advanced junk mail protection with MSN 8. http://join.msn.com/?page=features/junkmail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 4, 2003 Report Share Posted August 4, 2003 The file was found in your system, because it is a file that Windows uses. I deleted mine when I got the hoax two years ago--I tried to re-install it by the directions on the Microsoft website, and I really didn't notice a difference between having it, and not having it. Basically, it's only supposed to be " important " to your system if you write Javascript programs. . .or at least, that is what I was told at the time. However, it is not a virus in itself, and everyone who has Windows has this file in their system. The people who started the hoax knew this, and decided to see how many of us would panic and delete it. Needless to say, it worked on me (2 yrs ago, and it was an old hoax even then)--and from then on, I *always* check with a hoax site before I do anything concerning a virus warning. Blessings to you & yours, Ahreinya --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.504 / Virus Database: 302 - Release 7/24/03 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 5, 2003 Report Share Posted August 5, 2003 Linda & John Garvey said: > > > > > From what I understand of this, what happens is that the hoaxers send an > e-mail advisory telling us to delete a file which we DO have -- but in > realilty, this file is NOT a virus, and may even be a file that we need. as soon as I mentioned 'virus warning' to my husband; his first words were was it called teddy-bear. Likewise; he said that it tells you to delete a file from your hard=drive; and in most cases you risk damaging/losing from your hard=drive some very important files. in frith crystal & reiki rainbows Hazel Angelstar Crystals - Crystal & Reiki healing; Jewellery & Gifts incorporating crystals & gemstones www.angelstar-crystals.co.uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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