HTTP: MSN Hotmail Compressed File Extension Download

This signature detects attempts by users to download potentially compressed attachments from MSN Hotmail. Compressed files could contain hazardous executables (viruses often send their malicious payloads compressed in a .zip file). MSN Hotmail is a web-based email application that allows users to send and receive emails with attachments. This may be a violation of your organization's Acceptable Use Policy.

Short Name
HTTP:HOTMAIL:ZIP-DOWNLOAD
Severity
Info
Recommended
False
Recommended Action
None
Category
HTTP
Keywords
Compressed Download Extension File Hotmail MSN
Release Date
04/01/2004
Supported Platforms

srx-branch-12.3

srx-19.3

srx-branch-19.3

vsrx3bsd-19.2

srx-branch-19.4

vsrx-19.4

mx-12.3

mx-19.4

vmx-19.4

mx-19.3

vsrx3bsd-19.4

srx-19.4

vsrx-12.3

vmx-19.3

vsrx-19.2

srx-12.3

Sigpack Version
3324
False Positive
Rarely

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