Microsoft KB Archive/150253

XCLN: SWEEP Virus Protection Software Can Delete PST Files

PSS ID Number: Q150253 Article last modified on 05-02-1996

4.00

WINDOWS

= SUMMARY =

The SWEEP Virus Protection software by Sophos, Plc. is a utility for Microsoft Windows NT and Microsoft Windows 95 and is designed to scan for files infected with viruses. It has the ability to search a user’s PST file for attachments that are infected. In its default configuration, it will delete any file that contains a virus, including a user’s PST if an e-mail attachment inside is infected. This operation will not leave a copy in the Recycle bin.

= WORKAROUND =

Discontinue using the SWEEP utility and work with a prior backup of the PST.

= MORE INFORMATION =

The SWEEP Virus Protection utility is manufactured Sophos, Plc., a vendor independent of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding this product’s performance or reliability.

For more information about Sophos, Plc. products on the World Wide Web, connect to http://www.sophos.com.

Additional reference words: 4.00 faq fasttips KBCategory: kb3rdparty KBSubcategory: XCLNWinNT XCLNWin95

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