Spyware on a directory?

Discussion in 'Directories' started by templates, Jul 25, 2007.

  1. #1
    Hey all..i was in a thread earlier and clicked on the OP link for his/her directory..when i was trying to submit,my Norton flashed up spyware threat.well,i just closed it thinking that too be sure this site is not spyware,then it showed up again,said it was serious and i needed to shut down..Without calling out the person or site just in case it was something else,anyone ever had this?
     
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  2. pctec

    pctec Well-Known Member

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    #2
    I have seen this at least twice in the past...
    I simply closed the page and never looked back.
     
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  3. templates

    templates Notable Member

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    yup..first time ive seen it actually on a directory,for sure first on a directory listed here
     
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    iFrames can get loaded onto just about any site. That is where most of this stuff comes from unless the actual owner has mischief on the mind.

    Suggest you run a full system scan to be sure. Also empty temp files.
     
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  5. jetbrains

    jetbrains Well-Known Member

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    I never meet such situation, could you PM the directory URL? Thanks
     
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  6. EducationLinks

    EducationLinks Well-Known Member

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    #6
    Get a Mac! :)

    Viruses and spyware go bye bye.

    Cast your worries aside and use your anti-virus funds towards promoting your site.

    Plus, Intel Macs can run Windows quickly and flawlessly (simultaneously with Mac OS).

    Why anyone still buys PCs, I don't know.
     
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    sent you a link just to see...may only be my anti virus..
     
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    I had someone pm me the other day and say my directory was trying to download a file but when I had others check it didn't happen he found out it was something to do with his browser after he updated his browser and anti virus programs he said it was okay
     
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    thats interesting...all my browser and anti virus is up to date..i tried said site about 30 minutes after this post and there was no issue..maybe a bug in spyware protection?
     
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    :D ,Same here. I made a purchase just now and havn't any issue .
     
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    never had this experience!!
     
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    well this is what he told me
     
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