Possible Symptoms of Koobface Worms

When a computer becomes affected by Koobface Worms, the following may result:

• Your computer runs slower than usual
• Your computer stops responding, or it locks up frequently
• Your computer crashes, and then it restarts every few minutes
• Applications on the computer do not work correctly
• Disks or disk drives are inaccessible
• You see unusual error messages
• You see distorted menus and dialog boxes
• There is a double extension on an attachment that you recently opened

Ways Koobface Worms can get on your PC?

• Opening e-mail attachments
• Not running the latest updates
• Pirating software, music, or movies
• No anti-virus spyware scanner
• Downloading infected software online

What is Malware?

Malware is software designed to negatively affect your computer. Malware can either be a virus, worm, or a Trojan whose purpose is to disrupt computer operation; Spyware, which is intended to collect information about users without their knowledge; rootkits, which gain unauthorized access to computer systems; or adware, which is designed to automatically render advertisements.

How Norton Security Scan Works:

Norton Security Scan is a software tool designed to help you understand if your computer is currently protected from known threats. Norton Security Scan will scan your computer and identify if there are existing viruses, worms, spyware, unwanted adware or Trojans residing on your computer. Norton Security Scan checks to see how your computer is currently protected.