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Conficker worm hits UK parliamentary computers

The Conficker computer virus has spread its internet security nightmare to the UK houses of parliament after several computers were left infected by the worm, it has been reported.

According to Channel 4, the virus has infected computers used by MPs and members of the House of Lords highlighting the vulnerability of parliament's IT network.

The online threat, which is said to be one of the biggest botnets in recent times, first came to light last October and has since been a nightmare to many computer users who have had their online security compromised.

Channel 4 reports that the virus infection means that parliamentary systems have not yet had their anti-virus software updated for protection, a fact a parliamentary spokesperson refused to confirm.

The news comes in the wake of recent claims by MP Alun Michael, reported by the Register, that police reaction to a recent virus infection on a parliamentary computer was wanting.

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