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Yes BIN is a terrible source, I completely agree.
Originally posted by Byrd
First, BIN is a tabloid and frankly makes up a lot of the news on the page.
I usually agree with you but I think you missed the boat on this one.
ESET Virus Radar has recognized the virus, and calls it Win32/MoliVampire.
Win32 is the API for the old versions of Windows...
Let me translate the headlines into standard English:
OMG!!!! RUN!!!!! THE GOVERNMENT HAS A MEGA-UNDETECTABLE VIRUS THAT WILL GRAB YOUR WINDOWS 95 SYSTEM/WINDOWS NT AND DOWNLOAD EVIL FILES!!!!
So why are they giving instructions to windows 8 users about this win32 malware if it has no effect on windows 8? I know this isn't the vampire version but I didn't see removal instructions for that one in a quick search and they both start with win32.
Your ESET product detects the threat Win32/Goblin, Win32/Goblin.C.Gen or Win32/Goblin.e.gen.
Solution
Click the link below to download the ESETGoblinCleaner tool. Save the file to your Desktop:
ESETGoblinCleaner.exe
Click Start All Programs Accessories Command Prompt.
Windows 8 users: Press Windows key + F to search, click Apps, enter Command Prompt into the search bar and then click Command Prompt.
Originally posted by ipsedixit
Apologies if this has been dealt with but has it actually been proven that it is the government that is responsible for this virus?
Originally posted by Byrd
Win32 is the API for the old versions of Windows...
Originally posted by ShadellacZumbrum
reply to post by Djdoubt03
This is Just Now being reported?
I have been removing the FBI Virus from Company Computers and Personal computers for about 5-6 months now.
It is a nasty little thing. It displays the FBI seal and says that you have been looking at child porn. It says that if you goto a western union terminal and wire the $200-$250 then input the transaction code they will release your computer.
Funny enough there was one individual who paid the $250, input the transaction code, and then NOTHING. He still had the Virus. .. LOL.
I am sorry I can't help but to laugh.
This virus is mainly being implanted through Porn Websites.
It is nasty enough that it turns off your Anti-Virus Software and disables the key functions. Unfortunately Crtl-Alt-Del does Not work, and Safe Mode Does Not work
You actually have to pull the hard drive and jack it into another system to remove the pointers.
I have made allot of money from this one. I can honestly say that for this reason, I Love Porn.
P.S .. It is Not actually Downloading porn of any kind onto your computer.
edit on 4-5-2013 by ShadellacZumbrum because: (no reason given)
Originally posted by Mclaneinc
This is why I have my firewall set to report ANY connection to my PC, I confirm or deny ALL connections.
Originally posted by cartesia
Ugh, no. Stick with the reputable free ones. "Reputable" ... "Microsoft" ...?