Apply a patch
Micrososft has released a patch to resolve this issue. It is available
from Microsoft Windows Update
or Microsoft Security Bulletin MS04-025.
Disable Active scripting and ActiveX controls
Instructions for disabling Active scripting and ActiveX controls in the Internet Zone can be found in the Malicious Web Scripts FAQ.
Do not follow unsolicited links
Do not click on unsolicited URLs received in email, instant messages, web forums, or internet relay chat (IRC) channels.
Run and maintain an antivirus product
It is important that you use antivirus software and keep it up to date. Most antivirus software vendors frequently release updated information, tools, or virus databases to help detect and recover from virus infections. Many antivirus packages support automatic updates of virus definitions. US-CERT recommends using these automatic updates when possible.