Re: "Windows Messenger" pop ups.. UGH!
From: Wm. G. Urquhart (wgu__at__wurquhart.co.uk)
Date: 07/30/03
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Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2003 08:51:47 GMT
In article <u7JQovfVDHA.1072@TK2MSFTNGP12.phx.gbl>, Jupiter Jones [MVP] wrote:
> Kirk;
> These ads are using Messenger Service.
> Messenger Service is a valuable tool many use.
> Like many tools, it can be exploited.
>
> No need to pay for the fix.
> For Messenger Service ads:
> You need to install or enable a firewall:
> http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=330904
> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/pro/using/howto/communicate/stopspam.asp
> Disabling Messenger Service can be a good idea, but it does not solve
> the real problem.
> The ads are not the real problem, the ads are only a symptom.
> The real problem is open ports that allow unwanted traffic into the
> computer.
> Disabling Messenger does nothing for the open ports.
> The firewall controls the traffic.
>
> Internet Connection Firewall will not work if you have AOL.
> AOL is not compatible with Windows XP Internet Connection Firewall
> (ICF)
> If you have AOL, you should contact AOL and/or get a 3rd party
> firewall.
>
> Disable Messenger Service:
> Start/Control Panel, click Administrative Tools, click Services.
> Go down to "Messenger".
> Right click "Messenger" and select Properties.
> Then under Start-up select DISABLE
> Click OK and follow prompts
>
As a Sys Admin of a small network I'm of the opinion that if you don't need it
don't run it. If you have no real need for the messenger service then kill it
using the Services Applet. And as suggested get yourself a firewall as soon as
possible.
Using a firewall will prove beneficial both now and in the future.
-- Regards, William (s/_//g to reply)
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