spyware hidden in a .gif?

Discussion in 'Malware Help - MG (A Specialist Will Reply)' started by Kurokage, Aug 15, 2005.

  1. Kurokage

    Kurokage Private E-2

    I have a question. If someone sends you a .gif over AIM when you direct connect to them, is it possible for this .gif to have a virus of some sort embedded into it? Also, can someone send you a virus over aim without you knowing when you direct connect to them?
     
    Kurokage, Aug 15, 2005
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  2. bjgarrick

    bjgarrick MajorGeeks Admin - Malware Expert

    Images files can't contain viruses however some files will rename themselves to appear as one. I'm not really familiar with AIM, if you have a firewall and up-to-date antivirus you will be ok. If im not mistaked you have to accept anything sent by another user when you directly connect.
     
    bjgarrick, Aug 15, 2005
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