FYI, A virus has been detected in email addressed to me from the
emc-p...@ieee.org. Please read and take precautions.
The SHS_STAGES.A virus has been detected in e-mail traffic addressed to
you. Sender: owner-emc-p...@ieee.org File: LIFE_STAGES.TXT.SHS
Action: deleted
> -----Original Message-----
> From: E-News Today (MED)
> Sent: Sunday, June 18, 2000 9:40 PM
> To: @MED Comm GEMSAM Empl
> Cc: @MED Comm GEMSAM Contractors; @MED Comm Global; @MED Comm
> Affiliates
> Subject: Attention: New Computer Virus - Periodic Updates to
> Norton Anti-Virus Needed!
>
> A new computer virus, called the "Life Stages" virus, which is
> transmitted by e-mail message was discovered within GE this past
> weekend. Global Systems is working to eradicate this virus from GEMS'
> e-mail systems and will continue to communicate our progress. You may
> see messages similar to the description below, but with no attachment.
> These are messages from which the virus has already been deleted, as
> Global Systems has eliminated most of the problems. We apologize in
> advance for any inconvenience.
>
> Ways you can help to prevent this virus from spreading:
>
> * If you see a message with the subject line containing all or
> some portion of the following: "Funny Text, Life Stages, or Jokes" DO
> NOT OPEN IT, DELETE IT immediately.
> * Watch for an announcement of a new anti-virus definition file.
> We will need everyone to Update your Norton Anti-Virus by using the
> Live Update periodically throughout the day to ensure you have the
> latest protection from this virus.
> * Report any unusual messages with attachments to your help desk
> so they may notify the Exchange Administrator.
>
> Although this virus affects Microsoft Exchange, other e-mail systems
> may act as carriers, so we need everyone's participation to keep this
> virus under control.
>
> Global Systems is tracking this virus real time and we will keep
> employees posted as further information becomes available.
>
> Thank you in advance for your help.
>
>
> GE Medical Systems
> Microsoft Exchange Administration Team
> msxad...@med.ge.co
>
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