K7 releases updated Conficker neutraliser

Security software firm K7 Computing today released a new free tool to neutralise the latest version of the Conficker Worm.

Conficker, also known as Downadup or Kido, has already infected over 200 million PCs around the world.

A new manifestation of the worm is expected to launch today, illicitly hosting itself on weak-security websites.

Conficker seriously compromises the security of infected PCs by blocking access to all security websites, including K7 Computing, Symantec, and McAfee.

It disables Microsoft updates and the Windows Security Centre, as well as terminating Security Applications.

Once installed, Conficker updates itself automatically.

Security experts fear that the worm could be used to attack government infrastructures, spread new malware, send out deluge spam, and steal personal information such as credit card details, passwords, and bank account details.

Andrew Lee, K7 Computing’s CTO, said: “Although Conficker is hitting the headlines, it should be remembered that the threat of malware is a constant one.

“People should make sure they are properly patching their operating systems and maintaining updated anti-virus products, otherwise they will be exposed to malicious software of all types.”

The new anti-Conficker tool is available for download from CheckFick.com.

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