scotlandview Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Hi, Something strange happened to me a few weeks ago. When I download a full backup it didn't get passed my virus scanner (sophos) when downloading. Sophos told me the file (backup-tar file) is infected with virus Troj/BluePie-A Sophos has the following information on their site: Type Trojan Affected operating systems Unix Side effects Allows others to access the computer Should I get worried when I read this? Does anyone have an answer? Thanks Ron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCH-Bruce Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Most likely this virus is an attachment in an email message. As long as you don't extract the archive on your machine you would be fine. What I would do is make sure the mail folders are clear on your account and do another full backup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotlandview Posted November 26, 2007 Author Share Posted November 26, 2007 Most likely this virus is an attachment in an email message. As long as you don't extract the archive on your machine you would be fine. What I would do is make sure the mail folders are clear on your account and do another full backup. Thanks Bruce, sounds logical. Why didn't I think of that? Will clear mailboxes and spam box and then try again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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