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Re: Nimda virus filter testing

2001-09-19 19:54:47
At 20:40 2001-09-19 -0500, Kevin wrote:
How do I test my Nimda filter..  Can I create or download a file
or what ??

Thank You !

First, I'd write a message in my richtext mail app and choose a nonstandard font and choose a bight blue colour for the text, then I'd mail it to the address where the filter is.

It is important to note that the Procmail list is not a virus archive (nor is it a spam archive). Perhaps you can find a copy of the virus in some of the virus discussion groups on usenet.

If you don't already HAVE the virus in the form of an email, it'll be difficult to TEST your filter until you do get a copy (since until then, you're relying on second hand descriptions of how the message is propagated). However, when you do get a copy, you'll know if your filter is catching it properly, or if it is missing it. If your filter is storing a copy (rather than throwing it out), you'll have a copy you can throw at a standalone copy of the filter to your heart's content in order to fine-tune the thing.

If it is any consolation, while my various webservers have been absolutely HAMMERED by the web-based form, I've yet to see a single email come through.

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