BobRedthorp Posted July 3, 2004 Share Posted July 3, 2004 I received this complaint from my ISP, can anyone tell me what exactly this is and what to do to prevent it, the only software I use to access other user's PC's is DC++, I have been using this for months now, and now a complaint??? I'm sure it cant be this since a user would understand that to share I have to access thier computer through DC++. heres the complaint: I have received a complaint regarding the "port scanning" of another internet user's computer. On investigation, I have found that this originated from your account. Port scanning occurs when a computer looks for ways to gain access to another computer on the internet. I realise that you may not know that your computer is doing this. It's possible that your computer has been infected by a virus that spreads to vulnerable computers by port scanning. You may have been a victim of someone using port scanning techniques to deliberately gain access to unprotected computers. I suggest you install anti-virus software, or upgrade existing anti-virus software, then run it to clean your entire system. You may also wish to consider installing a firewall to prevent unauthorised access to your computer. Sorry, but we're obliged to point out that further similar problems may have to lead to the termination of your account, as such activity contravenes our Acceptable Use Policy. Please note that, should your account be closed as a result of contravention of our Acceptable Use Policy, you will still have to pay any sums owing under the terms of your contract with us. Since this email I have installed Norton Antivirus 2004 and ZoneAlarm Firewall, I'll just have to wait and see if thats enough to stop it. Can anyone shed any light on this, cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gryph Posted July 3, 2004 Share Posted July 3, 2004 I say call them up and ask them what this is all about and tell them that you have installed NAV2004 and Zone Alarm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobRedthorp Posted July 3, 2004 Author Share Posted July 3, 2004 I emailed them and told them, their reply was simply, Thanks for replying??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
someboddy Posted July 4, 2004 Share Posted July 4, 2004 Do a complete scan of your entire computer with Norton antivirus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobRedthorp Posted July 4, 2004 Author Share Posted July 4, 2004 Yeah, I done that and removed all known problems, I guess I just have wait and see if any more problems occur Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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