NitnayLion
01-09-2004, 12:13 AM
Source: The Register (http://www.theregister.co.uk/content/56/34755.html)
By John Leyden
Posted: 07/01/2004 at 17:27 GMT
Virus writers are attempting to trick music fans into opening malicious code with a message purporting to arise from an FBI investigation into illegal file trading.
Recipients of the bogus warning are told they are under investigation. Infectious emails contain an attachment allegedly containing evidence against the 'accused' which actually contains Windows malware, the Melbourne Age reports
The message appear authentic but closer inspection reveals factual errors and spelling mistakes that give the game away. That said, it's easy to see how the message could fool people.
Full story here (http://www.theregister.co.uk/content/56/34755.html)
By John Leyden
Posted: 07/01/2004 at 17:27 GMT
Virus writers are attempting to trick music fans into opening malicious code with a message purporting to arise from an FBI investigation into illegal file trading.
Recipients of the bogus warning are told they are under investigation. Infectious emails contain an attachment allegedly containing evidence against the 'accused' which actually contains Windows malware, the Melbourne Age reports
The message appear authentic but closer inspection reveals factual errors and spelling mistakes that give the game away. That said, it's easy to see how the message could fool people.
Full story here (http://www.theregister.co.uk/content/56/34755.html)