with so many computer users, and users that keep very personal information it surprises me to see how many people know little to nothing about computer security.
you wouldnt leave your windows or doors open for someone to just enter your house and rummage through all your credit card reciepts, checking information, or personal letters would you.
yet people are doing it all the time on their computers, and because they arent aware of what risks are out there, situations like this are happening more than you would like to know.
Heck, even Sony put a program on their CD's that would alow Sony or others to access your computer without your knowledge.
Yes Sony, thats why they are being sued.
Is this possible. yes. Remote entry. If you dont have a firewall, then you are at risk of an intruder accessing your computer, and either taking control of it, or simply sit at their chair and follow everywhere you go.
Under the right circumstances, I could lock you out of your own computer -- by gaining administrative rights, and changing your password so that you cant even access your own computer.
Or someone could retireive your passwords if you have them saved on your computer. Keystroke loggers will keep track of every character you type. Once an intruder accesses a computer theres no limit to what that person can do.
So get yourself some antivirus, spyware protection and a firewall -- otherwise you just might find yourself victim to identity theft.
Be smart.