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Posted by =?Utf-8?B?dW5zdGFibGVtaWNyb3Nv on September 25, 2006, 8:04 am
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"Panda_man" wrote:
> My reply is at the bottom of your message :
>
>
> "unstablemicrosoft" wrote:
>
> > Hi. Two Questions.
> >
> > I have a McAfee firewall 7.x, home version. I tried to save the log of
> > incoming events as an archive, but couldn't read the log. (Copy and paste
> > didn't work) It was an .edf file. I didn't know how to open it (Windows XP
> > Home Edition service pack 2 asked me how I wanted to open it ...), or even
> > what an .edf file is in essence.
> > And I didn't feel like getting some program from the web to put the log
> > here, you never know if there is spyware attached. And I vaguely recall that
> > when looking on the microsoft.com website I got the message that there was
no
> > suitable program for my language (of Windows, or McAfee ??)
> >
> > Anyway, some of the incoming events (called "unwanted attempt (IP address
> > mentioned) to connect to
> > port x") seemed harmless, others definitely did not, and seemed to be
> > related to hacking activity, spamming business or other unsavory business.
> > Both UDP and TCP. Some tests confirm that my router has a working firewall.
> >
> > What's going on ? I have configured the firewall for a home network, do not
> > trust home network. The data goes straight from my cable modem to my router
> > (by cable/wire), and then wirelessly to my computer, no other computers in
> > network. WPA-PSK encryption is used. Don't tell me to contact the
> > manufacturer of my router (Sitecom), they give me the cold shoulder. McAfee
> > refers me to Sitecom. So how do I get that stuf in my log ?
> >
> > Also, sometimes windows installer spontaneously gets activated and then
> > tries to install first microsoft office 2000 sr-1 cd 2 and then microsoft
> > office 200 sr-1 premium. At least, that's what it looks like. I can abort
> > this with some difficulty with control alt del (task manager ?), but I don't
> > know why or how windows installer becomes active. It happens relatively
often
> > when I try to use www.m-w.com (an online dictionary). Sometimes also when
> > trying to access another web page. I should also add that something might be
> > wrong with my Windows XP service pack 2 system. I have the Registry Mechanic
> > from Pctools, but I get the impression that using it does sometimes more
harm
> > than good. I do have two good anti spyware programs and a good antivirus
> > program, it's unlikely that a spyware program or antivirus program on my
> > computer is installed.
> >
> > Insight/help appreciated.
> >
> >
>
>
> I bet we have seen almost the same message just like yours here in MS
> newsgroups which has previously been answered very well . If you are the same
> guy , please don't do it again !
>
> Anyway ... from what you write I think there is nothing to worry about .
> McAfee is right , their firewall is doing its job , we can't be sure about
> the router . Make sure you configure it correctly to no exceptions , NAT and
> SPI enabled .
>
> Configure well your McAfee firewall to be well protected . Remember that
> your software firewall (McAfee) is your MOST IMPORTANT protection , it is
> protecting your computer , the router is protecting the network (if you have
> such) .
>
> Make sure your antivirus is good and always enabled , updated and well
> configured .
>
> After that , test your firewall protection with McAfee's Hackerwatch org
> (search for it in Google) . Learn how to protect your computer here:
> http://pandaman.my.contact.bg/Protect_your_PC.htm
> http://www.microsoft.com/protect
>
>
> Oh , yes , I almost forgot, your issue with MS Installer , office is not a
> security issue , something wants Office applications and tries to install and
> additional component which your Office still doesn't have
>
>
> Regards!
> --
> Panda_man
> Bronze level Contributor
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