Microsoft AntiSpyware to remove Sony Rootkit

Microsoft's security tools will be updated to detect the controversial Sony BMG copy protection software installed on PCs when some audio CDs are played, the software giant said over the weekend.
http://blogs.technet.com/antimalware/archive/2005/11/12/414299.aspx

It seems that the patch to remove the rootkit contains a new security vulnerabilty. http://hack.fi/~muzzy/sony-drm/

And if you think this isn't a widespread issue take a look at the figures on DoxPara

Sony's Web-based unistaller opens a big security hole

Published Wed, Nov 16 2005 10:55 by Mark Dormer
Filed under: