Comments on: Symantec Issues http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/ Sci-fi, comics, humor, photos...it's all fair game. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:03:41 -0800 http://wordpress.org/?v=abc hourly 1 By: Kelson http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-43176 Kelson Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:57:58 +0000 http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-43176 Congratulations, Stanley Gale! <strong>You just won the "I can't be bothered to read the page I'm posting on" award</strong> for the day! This is not a Symantec contact form. It's a personal blog entry complaining about Symantec's email practices. Congratulations, Stanley Gale! You just won the “I can’t be bothered to read the page I’m posting on” award for the day!

This is not a Symantec contact form. It’s a personal blog entry complaining about Symantec’s email practices.

]]> By: stanley gale http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-43175 stanley gale Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:51:14 +0000 http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-43175 I refer to your email dated mar.20th 2008 I have tried to download and install 360tm without success I HAVE TRIED TO CONTACT YOUR company by email several times no reply the following comes up [ the procedure entry point getmodule handle exw could not be located in the dynamic link libary kernel32 d11 since this the e mail received suggests your help I would appreciate a reply stanley gale I refer to your email dated mar.20th 2008 I have tried to download and install 360tm without success I HAVE TRIED TO CONTACT YOUR company by email several times no reply the following comes up [ the procedure entry point getmodule handle exw could not be located in the dynamic link libary kernel32 d11 since this the e mail received suggests your help I would appreciate a reply stanley gale

]]> By: Running as Root » Blog Archive » Why TrendMicro Sucks http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-41966 Running as Root » Blog Archive » Why TrendMicro Sucks Thu, 05 Jun 2008 01:05:53 +0000 http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-41966 [...] wee bit of research shows that this is not a new situation. I’m still pretty pissed not only about the opt out notion of charging me for shit I [...] [...] wee bit of research shows that this is not a new situation. I’m still pretty pissed not only about the opt out notion of charging me for shit I [...]

]]> By: Wilkins http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-36446 Wilkins Tue, 27 Nov 2007 07:35:21 +0000 http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-36446 email recieved was, Upgrade your Norton Internet Security to the new 2008 version. Is it safe? email recieved was, Upgrade your Norton Internet Security to the new 2008 version. Is it safe?

]]> By: Jeff http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-36439 Jeff Tue, 27 Nov 2007 05:50:46 +0000 http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-36439 Just received this today. Questionable huh?!!! As a valued user, you're eligible for a FREE* update to Norton Internet Security 2008 for use during your current subscription period*. This PC Magazine's Editors' Choice delivers industry-leading performance, including 69% less memory usage than other 2007 security products** so your programs run faster in the background. Plus, you'll get free one-click access to expert support. Industry-leading performance and exclusive new features NEW! Optimized product design sets new industry standards for fast scan times and decreased impact on system startup and resource usage. NEW! One-click access to FREE expert support via online chat or e-mail from your Norton Internet Security 2008 interface. NEW! Norton™ Identity Safe protects, manages, and optimizes multiple passwords and online identity information when you bank, browse, and shop online. NEW! Network Security Monitoring monitors your wireless network security, maps connected devices, and provides expert advice. Learn how the performance of new Norton Internet Security 2008 exceeds industry standards. Download your FREE* Update now. See why we say, "Go ahead. You've got Norton." After downloading your update don't forget to install the Family Add On Pack™. Just received this today. Questionable huh?!!!

As a valued user, you’re eligible for a FREE* update to Norton Internet Security 2008 for use during your current subscription period*.

This PC Magazine’s Editors’ Choice delivers industry-leading performance, including 69% less memory usage than other 2007 security products** so your programs run faster in the background. Plus, you’ll get free one-click access to expert support.

Industry-leading performance and exclusive new features

NEW! Optimized product design sets new industry standards for fast scan times and decreased impact on system startup and resource usage.
NEW! One-click access to FREE expert support via online chat or e-mail from your Norton Internet Security 2008 interface.
NEW! Norton™ Identity Safe protects, manages, and optimizes multiple passwords and online identity information when you bank, browse, and shop online.
NEW! Network Security Monitoring monitors your wireless network security, maps connected devices, and provides expert advice.

Learn how the performance of new Norton Internet Security 2008 exceeds industry standards.

Download your FREE* Update now. See why we say, “Go ahead. You’ve got Norton.”

After downloading your update don’t forget to install the Family Add On Pack™.

]]> By: Paul Quirk http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-33573 Paul Quirk Mon, 22 Oct 2007 07:39:05 +0000 http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-33573 I just got the dr.bluehornet.com link, for a supposed survey, from PC Tools (Spyware Doctor). I just got the dr.bluehornet.com link, for a supposed survey, from PC Tools (Spyware Doctor).

]]> By: Karl Jackson http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-22151 Karl Jackson Sat, 26 May 2007 05:31:12 +0000 http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-22151 I've just got an email allegedly from TurboCAD - Thunderbird caught it as a possible scam. I had to think carefully about this one, because I <i>did</i> install a trial version of TurboCAD 12 and therefore IMSI <i>would</i> have my details. But the links do <i>NOT</i> go to IMSI's website, so that's one for the trash whether it's genuine or not! I’ve just got an email allegedly from TurboCAD – Thunderbird caught it as a possible scam. I had to think carefully about this one, because I did install a trial version of TurboCAD 12 and therefore IMSI would have my details. But the links do NOT go to IMSI’s website, so that’s one for the trash whether it’s genuine or not!

]]> By: Kelson http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-17852 Kelson Sun, 18 Feb 2007 04:56:38 +0000 http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-17852 Hmm... if you don't follow safe practices online, you're more likely to need security software? Hmm… if you don’t follow safe practices online, you’re more likely to need security software?

]]> By: Peter Jakob Hafner http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-17801 Peter Jakob Hafner Sat, 17 Feb 2007 03:11:17 +0000 http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-17801 Reply to: Monday, February 13th, 2006 at 9:23 AM by Kelson. ... all techniques to force people to lower security to third party cookies and to open the door for spying and entering in to your world. Ethical ? Peter Reply to: Monday, February 13th, 2006 at 9:23 AM by Kelson.

… all techniques to force people to lower security to third party cookies and to open the door for spying and entering in to your world. Ethical ?

Peter

]]> By: Chris http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-12366 Chris Sat, 14 Oct 2006 00:32:57 +0000 http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-12366 I also just received the dr.bluehornet.com message but it was for CA's ePest Patrol. The message is below. Note that the word download is a link to http://dr.bluehornet.com/ct/ct.php?t=266092&c=478296554&m=m&type=1&h=7CB8431DDCD6CC294734CE64DC77F24D I sent an email to CA to inquire about its authenticity. Dear Chris, CA Anti-Spyware 2007 (formerly eTrust® PestPatrol® Anti-Spyware) is the latest release of CA's award-winning, industrial-strength anti-spyware software. A benefit of your annual subscription is FREE product upgrades as they become available, providing you with the latest features at no charge. Download the new version today and start taking advantage of new features like: * An improved user interface that assists you in quickly and easily setting preferences, checking program status, and maintaining a protected PC * Improved real-time protection that guards you against an even wider range of spyware threats * A Secure Now feature that provides proactive protection by monitoring critical program functions and settings, and reminding you to keep your security optimized * The Threat Outbreak Warning System giving you detailed, up-to-the-minute information on the most recent and most prevalent spyware threats To upgrade now, download CA Anti-Spyware 2007. Need help installing? Visit our online upgrade page for instructions on how to install this new version. Thank you for choosing CA. Best Regards, The CA Consumer Team I also just received the dr.bluehornet.com message but it was for CA’s ePest Patrol. The message is below. Note that the word download is a link to http://dr.bluehornet.com/ct/ct.php?t=266092&c=478296554&m=m&type=1&h=7CB8431DDCD6CC294734CE64DC77F24D

I sent an email to CA to inquire about its authenticity.

Dear Chris,

CA Anti-Spyware 2007 (formerly eTrust® PestPatrol® Anti-Spyware) is the latest release of CA’s award-winning, industrial-strength anti-spyware software. A benefit of your annual subscription is FREE product upgrades as they become available, providing you with the latest features at no charge.

Download the new version today and start taking advantage of new features like:

* An improved user interface that assists you in quickly and easily setting preferences, checking program status, and maintaining a protected PC
* Improved real-time protection that guards you against an even wider range of spyware threats
* A Secure Now feature that provides proactive protection by monitoring critical program functions and settings, and reminding you to keep your security optimized
* The Threat Outbreak Warning System giving you detailed, up-to-the-minute information on the most recent and most prevalent spyware threats

To upgrade now, download CA Anti-Spyware 2007.

Need help installing? Visit our online upgrade page for instructions on how to install this new version.

Thank you for choosing CA.

Best Regards,

The CA Consumer Team

]]> By: Smokeyboy http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-11960 Smokeyboy Sat, 16 Sep 2006 15:55:11 +0000 http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-11960 Yup, got the dr.bluehornet.com message. Took me a lot of time to get that message forwarded to symantec; it's like they don't want to know - if there are more security risks out there, there is more reason to buy their product. Leads one to wonder, who is really starting these viruses and worms. Who has a vested interest in selling something that fixes these problems. Nah, that couldn't be true. Have I been Oliver Stoned? Yup, got the dr.bluehornet.com message. Took me a lot of time to get that message forwarded to symantec; it’s like they don’t want to know – if there are more security risks out there, there is more reason to buy their product. Leads one to wonder, who is really starting these viruses and worms. Who has a vested interest in selling something that fixes these problems. Nah, that couldn’t be true. Have I been Oliver Stoned?

]]> By: lucy http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-11958 lucy Sat, 16 Sep 2006 14:29:51 +0000 http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-11958 off topic-anyone ever actually get a rebate?.am waiting for three off topic-anyone ever actually get a rebate?.am waiting for three

]]> By: Shem http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-11440 Shem Thu, 24 Aug 2006 03:05:20 +0000 http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-11440 I received an email regarding a "$40 off Norton Internet Security 2006" and questioned it's Symantec authenticity since the email was from Symantec@reply.digitalriver.com and the link to download/purchase the product routed back to a http://dr.bluehornet.com/ link. I contacted Symantec and they confirmed that they are associated with Digital River and that the "dr" in the link stands for Digital River and that the offer should be legit. Side note, after further researching, it seems that Digtial River is associated with Blue Hornet. I guess all this marketing is like sex; everyone is linked up with someone else. And all I want is some peace-of-mind, cost-effective virus protection. I received an email regarding a “$40 off Norton Internet Security 2006″ and questioned it’s Symantec authenticity since the email was from Symantec@reply.digitalriver.com and the link to download/purchase the product routed back to a http://dr.bluehornet.com/ link. I contacted Symantec and they confirmed that they are associated with Digital River and that the “dr” in the link stands for Digital River and that the offer should be legit. Side note, after further researching, it seems that Digtial River is associated with Blue Hornet. I guess all this marketing is like sex; everyone is linked up with someone else. And all I want is some peace-of-mind, cost-effective virus protection.

]]> By: Kelson http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-10642 Kelson Wed, 26 Jul 2006 20:47:03 +0000 http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-10642 Great. So phishers are already taking advantage of Symantec's less-than-responsible email practices. Great. So phishers are already taking advantage of Symantec’s less-than-responsible email practices.

]]> By: filosof http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-10636 filosof Wed, 26 Jul 2006 08:57:31 +0000 http://www.hyperborea.org/journal/archives/2006/02/13/symantec-issues/#comment-10636 I've got an email from with the following concern: "Keep your computer safe from Infected Fake Emails from Online Retailers Threat Level: Category 3 - Moderate Outbreak Type: Trojan Horse" The email looked very authentic but: All the links like liveupdate, existing customers etc. went to "http-dr.bluehornet-com.ct/.........type=1" Looking at "http-dr.bluehornet-com" I found a login-site, which hides the login-domain. It is clear for me,that its not the same site as www-bluehornet-com and that it is a fake itself probably with malware in the linksites. I will send it forinformation to symantec and delete it. I’ve got an email from with the following concern:
“Keep your computer safe from Infected Fake Emails from Online Retailers
Threat Level: Category 3 – Moderate
Outbreak Type: Trojan Horse”
The email looked very authentic but:
All the links like liveupdate, existing customers etc. went to “http-dr.bluehornet-com.ct/………type=1″
Looking at “http-dr.bluehornet-com” I found a login-site, which hides the login-domain. It is clear for me,that its not the same site as www-bluehornet-com and that it is a fake itself probably with malware in the linksites. I will send it forinformation to symantec and delete it.

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