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Facebook hit by password stealing virus
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article published on 18 March, 2010
Popular anti-virus company McAfee is reporting today that Facebook has become the target of a virus that aims to steal passwords and other sensitive information from the social network's 400 million users.
The virus comes via spam emails that state that users Facebook accounts have had their passwords reset. You are then urged to click on an attachment to "obtain new login credentials." ... [ read the full article ]
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20. March 2010 @ 03:44 |
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Originally posted by Dragon3000:
I had one of those emails last night. I did open the email out of interest but it was obvious that it was a scam. I did however reply to the email with, 'shut up'.
I hope that by replying to the email I haven't unleashed those pesky trojans.
What a rubbish world we live in.
By opening and replying, you may have picked up the Virus. Do a scan of your system,, make sure you have a good anti-virus and a good antispyware, I have just done one and deleted tracking cookies, and some adware,and I haven't been on facebook for a couple of days, just going to favourite sites you can pick up undesirable malware, viruses and other nasties.
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oblieo
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20. March 2010 @ 06:31 |
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Originally posted by empulse:
Originally posted by oblieo:
I AM ALSO PRESENTLY RECEIVING AT LEAST ONE EVERYDAY DAY IN MY 'SPAM' MAIL,AS I DONT USE 'FACEBOOK'I DID'NT BOTHER TO OPEN THEM AND DELETED THEM-THANK GOD.I HAVE NOW SENT OUT A WARNING TO ALL MY CONTACTS AND SUGGEST PEOPLE SHOULD DO THE SAME.
You should warn them about the ALL CAPS VIRUS TOO.
LOL-just making my point LOUD and CLEAR sorry if i jolted your eye sight but i am happy i have given you something to moan about!
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20. March 2010 @ 15:14 |
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Oh God! A Facebook Trojan!
And I don't have a Mac.
I never had a Mac!
What should I do?
( And no, I don't mean the Mac sandwich, silly!)
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20. March 2010 @ 18:08 |
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Originally posted by bmlshane:
Originally posted by Dragon3000:
I had one of those emails last night. I did open the email out of interest but it was obvious that it was a scam. I did however reply to the email with, 'shut up'.
I hope that by replying to the email I haven't unleashed those pesky trojans.
What a rubbish world we live in.
By opening and replying, you may have picked up the Virus. Do a scan of your system,, make sure you have a good anti-virus and a good antispyware, I have just done one and deleted tracking cookies, and some adware,and I haven't been on facebook for a couple of days, just going to favourite sites you can pick up undesirable malware, viruses and other nasties.
While it's possible, it's not probable since there's an executable attachment that launches the trojan installer.
Still, good advice to do a complete system scan, since the user did reply to something like this, it's a sign of someone a bit less security savvy.
@Dragon3000 - replying to these things can be just about as bad as clicking the exe file. They now have a confirmed email addy, and your IP info as well since all that info is contained in your email header data. Never a good idea to reply to spammers or any suspicious email bud, even if you're just telling them to F-Off.
Dave
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21. March 2010 @ 17:01 |
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Originally posted by ChappyTTV:
Originally posted by bmlshane:
Originally posted by Dragon3000:
I had one of those emails last night. I did open the email out of interest but it was obvious that it was a scam. I did however reply to the email with, 'shut up'.
I hope that by replying to the email I haven't unleashed those pesky trojans.
What a rubbish world we live in.
By opening and replying, you may have picked up the Virus. Do a scan of your system,, make sure you have a good anti-virus and a good antispyware, I have just done one and deleted tracking cookies, and some adware,and I haven't been on facebook for a couple of days, just going to favourite sites you can pick up undesirable malware, viruses and other nasties.
While it's possible, it's not probable since there's an executable attachment that launches the trojan installer.
Still, good advice to do a complete system scan, since the user did reply to something like this, it's a sign of someone a bit less security savvy.
@Dragon3000 - replying to these things can be just about as bad as clicking the exe file. They now have a confirmed email addy, and your IP info as well since all that info is contained in your email header data. Never a good idea to reply to spammers or any suspicious email bud, even if you're just telling them to F-Off.
Dave
This is very true. Don't reply to any email which is not warranted or suspicious.
Similarly, I do not go to websites which ask for info and password from me. A good antivirus program is required, but discretion is still a must.
I have my own website with public html's. And this still does not carry my real name. It also does not require logins to view.
I use the least traveled pathways, less to see,less fuss, but safer.
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23. March 2010 @ 11:01 |
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Mac and PC are just like two religions. It will be very difficult if not impossible for Mac users to change to PC and vice versa. But the facts are that Macs are easier to use and less prone to get a virus. As others pointed out there are so few Macs worldwide that no "respectable" virus writer will want to waste their "valuable" time on it. In fact, if and when viruses become widespread in Mac, the Mac owners should feel proud that Macs sales are picking up and attention is being given to them. And, yes, they are so much easier to operate. That's probably because there are so few options and features available to set and so few applications on the market for them. Still I think Macs are the way best option for the computer not-to-savvy.
This message has been edited since posting. Last time this message was edited on 23. March 2010 @ 11:02
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23. March 2010 @ 21:58 |
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Originally posted by Dragon3000:
I had one of those emails last night. I did open the email out of interest but it was obvious that it was a scam. I did however reply to the email with, 'shut up'.
I hope that by replying to the email I haven't unleashed those pesky trojans.
What a rubbish world we live in.
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8. October 2010 @ 18:44 |
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Originally posted by meve:
Mac and PC are just like two religions. It will be very difficult if not impossible for Mac users to change to PC and vice versa. But the facts are that Macs are easier to use and less prone to get a virus. As others pointed out there are so few Macs worldwide that no "respectable" virus writer will want to waste their "valuable" time on it. In fact, if and when viruses become widespread in Mac, the Mac owners should feel proud that Macs sales are picking up and attention is being given to them. And, yes, they are so much easier to operate. That's probably because there are so few options and features available to set and so few applications on the market for them. Still I think Macs are the way best option for the computer not-to-savvy.
Very true meve, it is a big $$$ making venture for malware writers now so it is a waste to go after just a few Macs rather than a few 1000 PC's. Back when I did spare time malware testing/cracking, the writers were mostly amateurs who were decent coders, but nowadays they're professional coders making big bucks and making very complex stuff. Macs will have their day for sure and many of those who swear that Macs are "immune" (like my sister...) will learn the hard way, just like PC users had too.
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