CAn a wormvirus go through aims direct connect?

[Tret]

my friend found out he has a worm virus on his computer? would it effect if yes how can i solve this

 

[EeyoreX]

Yes.
Norton Anti-Virus 2003 has an option to scan files sent and recieved though AIM and MSN I believe, though the site only says "instant message attachments".

\Dan