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Is your computer free from AutoCAD/Medre.A Malware?

July 2, 2012 by Edwin Prakoso Leave a Comment

A couple of weeks ago, there is a topic that that went viral: a new AutoCAD malware is detected.

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This malware is actually an AutoLISP program. So it will not affect AutoCAD LT. I read in the knowledge base, it doesn’t affect AutoCAD for Mac as well.

So basically this virus can attack your computer only if you use AutoCAD or AutoCAD based products. Of course, there is no AutoLISP for LT and other products.

What it does is pretty scary. It will send your DWG file using email (SMTP protocol). Your confidential drawings can be in wrong hands!

Find out more information about this malware here:

Information about ACAD/Medre: usa.autodesk.com/getdoc/id=TS19860569
More information about AutoCAD and viruses: usa.autodesk.com/getdoc/id=TS1103867

About Edwin Prakoso

I work as a Sr. Consultant in PT Cipta Satria Informatika. I've been using AutoCAD since R14 and Revit since Revit Building 9. I occasionally write for AUGIWorld magazine and I am also active in Autodesk discussion forum. I'm a member of Autodesk Expert Elite, an appreciation for individuals who give contributions to the Autodesk community.
Connect with me on twitter or LinkedIn.

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