IT Security News
June 30, 2009
It seems that not even death is sacred on the internet. Security researchers' expectations came true when infections began spreading via email messages sent to users’ inboxes claiming to hold breaking news about Michael Jackson’s death from authoritative websites. Security companies Symantec, Trend Micro, and Sophos said that the emails are infected with viruses and other malware and deceitfully claim to be ...
Jackson’s death fuels malware attacks
by Alan HartenIt seems that not even death is sacred on the internet. Security researchers' expectations came true when infections began spreading via email messages sent to users’ inboxes claiming to hold breaking news about Michael Jackson’s death from authoritative websites. Security companies Symantec, Trend Micro, and Sophos said that the emails are infected with viruses and other malware and deceitfully claim to be ...
