Thanks.
What I have done in recent months is disable DCOM, and COM+, rapid user switching, remote desktop and a variety of things that the log messages lead me to believe I am thwarting the "Evil System." Of course, that's a little like cutting off pieces of your flesh (not as painful) to prevent evil spirits. If you think it works, that's half the battle.
I would love to hear what others have to say about this.
Cheers, Eliza