Latest Worm Patch

[Loret]

I tried to install a patch for the lovsan (or whatever
it's called) worm & got totally lost. How do I get some
help with this? I'm running Windows XP ... I'm not on a
network. HELP!!! I've never done this before & am a
real novice.

 

[Papercut]

Read my worm fix, it might help.

 

[Jupiter Jones [MVP]]

Loret;
You most likely have a worm W32.Blaster.Worm
DISCONNECT the subject computer from any network IMMEDIATELY.

Install or enable a firewall IMMEDIATELY:
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=283673

VERY IMPORTANT to follow ALL steps, closing ports or installing the
patch is NOT enough.
Download the appropriate patch referenced in Ron Martells article
below.
You may need to do this at an uninfected computer and burn to CD or
save on floppy.

This is the IMPORTANT fix by Ron Martell:
http://www.bigblackglasses.com/Article.aspx?Article=342

Also see:
http://isc.sans.org/diary.html?date=2003-08-11

After this is resolved prevent similar occurrences by installing ALL
Critical Updates from Windows Update.
Keep antivirus up to date and run at least weekly.
Install or enable a firewall.