Received Sony CD; wondering if it has rootkit
 

I just got this "Loop Euphoria 2006" CD from Sony, which I requested online because it boasts of loops that can be used for Acid. But soon after requested it, I saw someone mention something about rootkits being offered on free Sony discs. I can't find the particular thread, which is why I created this new one. I was wondering; does this CD have the rootkit? Should I destroy it? Or does anyone want it to do any research on it?

Also; say I have the rootkit on my computer. How would I know? And how would I get rid of it? Someone posted a link earlier but they didn't quote the article, and now it's archived on a pay site (boston herald I think).

Go here, it'll help you figure out if it has the rootkit on it.

Well that CD isn't listed, and there are no warning labels etc, but I think I'm gonna try this out on my work computer before I try it on mine.

from a website

Want to see if you are infected?
Directions -
The sony rootkit hides all files starting with $sys$.

By testing for this, you can easily see if you are infected with the sony DRM rootkit.

1. Right-click blank area of the Desktop
2. Select New
3. Select Text Document
4. The name should be highlighted. Name it anything starting with $sys$ and hit enter.

For example: $sys$blah.txt
5. If the text document no longer appears on your desktop, then you have the rootkit installed.
6. Sue sony, profit, etc.