Yes, there have been several exploits in pdf files. Adobe quickly fixes any they know about, but I guess new ones could crop up. Be sure you have the latest version of Adobe reader (or of the full Acrobat program) and you'll prob be fine. And also, like Ivan says, scan the file if you're not sure about it.
Good luck, Donk On 10/10/2010 9:40 PM, clean_boost wrote: > Question above. Someone sent me a long PDF file, I'm wondering if there are > any threats to my computer if I download it? > > > ------------------------------------ If you have any questions or problems with any aspect of this site, please feel free to contact me directly [email protected] Please do not post personal issues directly to the group. To unsubscribe from this list, send an email to [email protected] Thank you for using A-1 Computer TechYahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/A-1-Computer_Tech/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/A-1-Computer_Tech/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: [email protected] [email protected] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [email protected] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
