You need a virus protection program that is capable of detecting and
eradicating common viruses.
Student should get Symantec (formerly Norton) Antivirus for FREE -
Click Here
Faculty/Staff can download a free version of an
AntiVirus as well as an AntiSpyware program from the UNI software website at
http://www.uni.edu/its/us/software.
Select the anti-virus link at the
top then pick the shareware you need for your operating system. Or you
can purchase the anti-virus program of your choice locally for around
$20.
Due to high occurrence of various viruses on our campus, here are pointers to some
removal tools:
Microsoft Defender (AntiSpyware) Beta Release
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware
Sypbot Spyware Removal Software
http://www.safer-networking.org/en/download
Adware Spyware Removal Software
http://www.lavasoftusa.com/software/adaware
McAfee AVERT Stinger
http://vil.nai.com/vil/stinger
Symantec's Netsky Removal Tool (w32.netsky.ac)
http://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/venc/data/w32.netsky.ac@mm.html
Symantec's SoBig Removal Tool (w32.SoBig.F)
http://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/venc/data/w32.sobig.f@mm.html
Symantec's Blaster Removal Tool (W32.Blaster.Worm)
http://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/venc/data/w32.blaster.worm.removal.tool.html
Symantec's Welchia Removal Tool (w32.welchia.worm)
http://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/venc/data/w32.welchia.worm.html
UNI Resnet Virus Fixes Page
http://resnet.uni.edu/virusfix.html
Check here for UNI's Resnet suggestions:
http://www.resnet.uni.edu/virusthreats.shtml
Here is handy resource for identifying legitimate viruses, from hoaxes:
http://www.f-secure.com/v-descs/
If you cannot eliminate the virus problem you may need to secure professional assistance offered by computer firms in the area, check the telephone book yellow pages.
If you need additional assistance please contact the Computer Consulting Center (CCC) at
(319) 273-5555. The CCC is located in Room 36 ITTC
Building. Consultants are available to provide hands-on assistance
daily Monday through Friday during University Business Hours.
