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*Current Threat*	*Description*	*Avoid/ Solve*
Conficker Worm Update	See below for more information. The Conficker worm is finally being activated with several different ways for it to infect and damage your computer. What is MOST important is to remember that NO reliable anti-virus software tells you that you have a virus before you purchase it.	If you see a pop-up telling you that you have viruses, close the pop-up immediately and scan your computer for viruses.
Ransomware - FileFix	The program defeats your anti-virus software by asking you to perform a software upgrade. Then, you are bombarded with messages that your computer is infected and needs to be cleaned. Files are corrupted and made useless whenever you open them. You get a message the for $50, a program will be downloaded to fix your files.	NEVER respond to requests for software upgrades. There are two free tools that can remove the virus and/or uncorrupt the files.
Conficker Worm	This is generally considered to be the most widespread virus of all. It is predominately on computers running pirated copies of the Windows operating system and corporate sites. No one is quite sure of what this virus will do when activated.	Turn off the Windows Autorun feature. Make sure all of your Windows security fixes are applied.
KoobFace	This virus is specific to social networking sites. You receive a message from someone who appears to be a friend. When you go to watch an attached video, you receive a message to update your video software. The "update" steals your personal information, including passwords.	NEVER respond to requests for software upgrades.

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