Nixt
07-08-2010, 09:08 AM
Hi Habboxers!
Recently it has been brought to our attention that a number of members of Habbox staff and forum members have been struck by malicious software under the guise of virus protection. Right now we are not aware of the source and are working extremely hard to try and identify where this is coming from so we can ensure this does not affect any more of our members.
After speaking with those affected we have clarified that you do not necessarily have to download or run an executable file or similar. This makes the virus very easy to get, whilst being extremely difficult to remove. As we are unsure of the details surrounding the virus, I will recommend the core safety principles in regard to computer use.
For now, please do not panic and do not let it put you off using Habbox or HxF. We are confident that this virus is not inherently part of Habbox and the root of the problem will be found in the near future.
We will keep you updated.
What you can do:
Do not click any link you are not familiar with or do not trust. For Firefox, you could add a link checker plugin like Dr. Web
(https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/938/)
Do not visit websites you do not know or trust.
Do not join / like any Facebook groups that you do not know or trust.
Do not run executable files from any website that you do not know or trust.
Ensure that your virus protection is of a high quality and kept up to date.
Add ons to browsers, such as No Script (https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/722/) ensure high quality computer protection.
Some free download links:
Free Firewall: http://www.zonealarm.com/security/en-us/zonealarm-pc-security-free-firewall.htm
Free Anti-Virus: www.microsoft.com/security_essentials/ (http://www.microsoft.com/security_essentials/)
Free Anti-Virus for Mac: http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/networking_security/avastantivirusmacedition.html
Free Anti-Malware: http://www.malwarebytes.org/mbam.php
Above all, keep your head screwed on and be careful what you do online!
Notes: Read the other replies to this thread for additional help.
We are now quite confident the virus does not come from Habbox, please ensure you follow the safety steps mentioned above and it will prevent you getting the virus from any source.
Recently it has been brought to our attention that a number of members of Habbox staff and forum members have been struck by malicious software under the guise of virus protection. Right now we are not aware of the source and are working extremely hard to try and identify where this is coming from so we can ensure this does not affect any more of our members.
After speaking with those affected we have clarified that you do not necessarily have to download or run an executable file or similar. This makes the virus very easy to get, whilst being extremely difficult to remove. As we are unsure of the details surrounding the virus, I will recommend the core safety principles in regard to computer use.
For now, please do not panic and do not let it put you off using Habbox or HxF. We are confident that this virus is not inherently part of Habbox and the root of the problem will be found in the near future.
We will keep you updated.
What you can do:
Do not click any link you are not familiar with or do not trust. For Firefox, you could add a link checker plugin like Dr. Web
(https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/938/)
Do not visit websites you do not know or trust.
Do not join / like any Facebook groups that you do not know or trust.
Do not run executable files from any website that you do not know or trust.
Ensure that your virus protection is of a high quality and kept up to date.
Add ons to browsers, such as No Script (https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/722/) ensure high quality computer protection.
Some free download links:
Free Firewall: http://www.zonealarm.com/security/en-us/zonealarm-pc-security-free-firewall.htm
Free Anti-Virus: www.microsoft.com/security_essentials/ (http://www.microsoft.com/security_essentials/)
Free Anti-Virus for Mac: http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/networking_security/avastantivirusmacedition.html
Free Anti-Malware: http://www.malwarebytes.org/mbam.php
Above all, keep your head screwed on and be careful what you do online!
Notes: Read the other replies to this thread for additional help.
We are now quite confident the virus does not come from Habbox, please ensure you follow the safety steps mentioned above and it will prevent you getting the virus from any source.