Today I heard reports that computers are getting malware when downloading software from CNET using the CNET downloader. I believe I saw this recently, when a friend's computer encountered problems shortly after installing software downloaded from CNET. Clearly the problem may not have come from CNET, but it makes me wonder.
The problem the friend encountered was that his AntiVirus software was disabled and could not be deleted or reinstalled. Ironically, the solution was found by installing Hitman Pro which was downloaded from CNET.
The link below details the CNET malware reports. The additional irony is that this report is in the CNET forums. Strange and stranger . . .
Oh,it's a real nightmare. CNET used to be a great company and they are self destructing with this malware. See this video for some great insight.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=7pQtt_FFsOY
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