The Conficker virus/worm is set to update itself on April 1, 2009. This is a VERY SERIOUS threat and is verified and legit. Please see below on how to protect your computer.
Step 1 -
Update and run your computers anti-virus software. You also need to run any ad-aware type program you may have.
Step 2 -
Go to this link and run the Microsoft Malicious software removal tool. I recommend running the full version
http://www.microsoft.com/security/malwareremove/default.mspx
Step 3 - Go to the this link and install the microsoft supported patch for the virus
Scan the list to see which version of Windows you are using.
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/Bulletin/MS08-067.mspx
Please pass this video around so that others are aware of this and will know how to protect their computers.
Thanks!
PS - Link if you need to verify this:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conficker
Thanks to Mike for putting this out.
Link to his YT channel - It's highly recommended you watch him!
http://www.youtube.com/user/FeverIAm
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