A quick search on google reveals that this probably isn't a virus at all, its more likely a hacked .NET passport (ie MSN messenger) account.
He could try and change his .NET password, but probably better to make a note of his existing contacts and set up a new hotmail/.net account. > -----Original Message----- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:leedslist- > [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ralph > Sent: 22 May 2006 20:32 > To: Leeds United Email List > Subject: [LU] Non LU: Virus question > > A friend's PC has become infected with some dodgy virus, and the usual > fixes > don't seem to work, he runs a hotmail account, which makes him think they > may have the problem. It sends out emails like this to everyone on his > contact list: > > Finally I cleaned up my computer. > System scan with Norton AntiVirus and Microsoft AntiSpyware didn't found > anything. > But that Puinisher is really awesome! Found 1 virus and 3 spyware! > I bought it here http://sxpress.org > See you! > > Any techies on the list help? > > Ralph > Kiwiland > > > > _______________________________________________ > the Leeds List is an unmoderated mailing list and the list administrators > accept no liability for the personal views and opinions of contributors. > Leedslist mailing list > [email protected] > http://list.zetnet.co.uk/mailman/listinfo/leedslist _______________________________________________ the Leeds List is an unmoderated mailing list and the list administrators accept no liability for the personal views and opinions of contributors. Leedslist mailing list [email protected] http://list.zetnet.co.uk/mailman/listinfo/leedslist
