Sony to let antivirus companies in on DRM code

Facing flak from the media and consumers over allegations that the copy-protection software on some new CDs is
installing hidden, nearly unremovable files on PCs, Sony BMG is providing information to vendors of antivirus software allowing them access to the data. First4Internet, which developed the software, said that, by releasing the patch, the company hopes to "allay any unnecessary concerns." The patch doesn't delete the software; rather, it reveals the hidden files, making them less likely to be exploited by virus writers looking to piggyback on them. Sony said that consumers who want to delete the files should contact customer support for assistance — which is basically what they said
back in June when the whole copy-protection issue first started rearing its ugly head.

Update: Sony has released the patch
for everyone.

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