p2p versions of Windows 7 RC infected with malware!

Discussion in 'The Lounge' started by DavidGP, May 6, 2009.

  1. DavidGP

    DavidGP MajorGeeks Forum Administrator - Grand Pooh-Bah Staff Member

    Just a heads up folks as its coming to light that as many wanted to get the RC before official public release that many versions floating around the p2p sites have malware in the setup.exe


    Some info
    http://blogs.msdn.com/wga/archive/2009/05/01/windows-7-rc-torrent-files-infected-with-trojan.aspx
    http://www.pcworld.com/article/164348/article.html?tk=nl_dnxnws


    If you want it you can get the offical version here now and please be sure to read the Install Notes and Instruction if your not used to what a beta is.
     

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