__/ [ Mark Kent ] on Monday 31 July 2006 16:26 \__
> begin oe_protect.scr
> Roy Schestowitz <newsgroups@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> espoused:
>> New threat from 'suicide' virus
>>
>> ,----[ Quote ]
>>| The latest threat to intellectual property comes in the shape of
>>| malicious software (malware) that is capable of infecting a computer,
>>| hiding itself until the user accesses specific files or Web sites--in
>>| order to steal files or passwords--and then deleting any trace of
>>| itself.
>> `----
>>
>> http://news.zdnet.com/2100-1009_22-6100172.html
>>
>> The user will therefore be unware of the breach. Probably worse than usual
>> because measures cannot be taken to combat the inexistent/invisible...
>>
>> O/S not mentioned, therefore Windows must be the sole system affected.
>
> It's the main monoculture...
But when it's the Mac, they'll sure try to ruin its reputation. Similar issue
when it comes to minorities and crimes. If you stand out from the crowd,
then deductions and inductions are sure to apply.
Best wishes,
Roy
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