Shame on Sony for adding invisible software on your computer that can be easily accessed and exploited by viruses. It's been in the news lately; Sony music CDs install "rootkits" so they can keep track of what you play on your PC. Invading your privacy is bad enough, but they've also opened up your computer to virus attacks. At least two viruses have already been detected that exploit the security holes that Sony's rootkit has created.

The public outrage is so great that Sony responded with a free patch to find the rootkits. If you've played a Sony/BMG music CD on your PC recently, you may need to get this patch. The patch will detect the rootkit. However, you'll need to email Sony to get instructions on how to remove the rootkit.

Microsoft is planning to update their anti-spyware software to eliminate rootkits, but it's available only for service pack 2.

CNet has an article about how anti-virus companies and Sony are dealing with the rootkits. Read it and protect yourself!