Unknown Port Forwards: What is MsnMsgr?

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A user is experiencing an issue where ports labeled "MsnMsgr" are being opened on their router without their consent. Attempts to remove these port forwards are unsuccessful, as they reappear. A recommended solution is to change the password on the router to prevent unauthorized access.
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I have a weird problem recently, I just realized that someone or something (more like something) is opening up ports under a text string "MsnMsgr". Whenever I tried removing these port forwards, they keep coming back. Any idea what is happening?
 
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Oerg said:
Hi

I have a weird problem recently, I just realized that someone or something (more like something) is opening up ports under a text string "MsnMsgr". Whenever I tried removing these port forwards, they keep coming back. Any idea what is happening?

Change the password on your router.
 
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