Amazon agrees to settle Kindle suit Oct 2, 2009
Amazon may also remove or modify an e-book if it needs to protect consumers, the Kindle's operation or the wireless network on which the Kindle runs (such as from a computer virus), or as part of a court order. Amazon also agreed to pay $150,000 in legal fees, which will be donated to charity. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Money hungry: the changing face of malware Sep 30, 2009
Often these attacks are mounted using computers that have been ''zombied'' - taken over by a computer virus and linked to a criminal spamming network without the owner's knowledge. Such viruses also take data from the address book of each computer they have invaded and use it to send out emails that might, for instance, purport to come from a user's friend, saying the friend is in trouble overseas and could they send money. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Beck "MODERATE???" You obviously don't know what that MEANS!... Sep 3, 2009
What happens if a swine flu virus mates with a computer virus. Score: 0. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Bye-Byes, Beach Reads, and Big Brother Aug 29, 2009
3) Researchers are , a sneaky computer virus that has been infiltrating networks since November, is controlled by a foreign intelligence agency. 4) The nation's two largest beer companies just announced , sparking speculation that they're colluding. (Slate)
YouTube Marketing Tips Aug 26, 2009
All while saving much needed storage space, individuals are staying clear of any potential computer virus that can overload and shut down the server. Individuals also have the option to display the video on their own website, as it s as easy as pasting a simple code onto their site s underlying HTML. YouTube clearly has many benefits for those looking for ways to their business. (Suite101.com)
Beat the great flu Aug 19, 2009
Its not an easy game to play but its the most fun Ive had fighting a computer virus. For me, if there s anything wrong with The Great Flu is that it feels more like edu- and less like -tainment. (The Palm Beach Post)
Australian man arrested for worldwide computer virus attacks Aug 13, 2009
The man has been charged with offenses including unauthorized modification of computer data, supply and possession of a computer virus with intent to commit a serious computer offense, unlawful operation of a computer system and theft. Editor: Li. (Xinhuanet, China)
Cyber Attackers Empty Business Accounts in Minutes Aug 8, 2009
Western Beaver's attorney, Alfred Steff, declined to comment for this story, but in court filings the county said that fraudsters used a computer virus to hack into the school board's computer system. Often the malicious software lies right inside the browser, waiting for the victim to log into a bank site before springing into action. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Clampi virus targets companies' financial accounts Aug 1, 2009
By Byron Acohido, USA TODAY LAS VEGAS Cybersecurity experts are racing to tame a fast-spreading computer virus that takes deadly aim at financial accounts that are universally used by businesses. The virus, called Clampi, "is pretty scary," says Tim Wilson, editor of DarkReading, a technology security news site. (USA Today -- Tech)
Gaming gets casual Jul 28, 2009
Tue 28 Jul: Trying to keep my computer virus free, I downloaded the latest AVG toolbar for Firefox. Mon 27 Jul: A recent (25 July 09)update from AVG is stopping iTunes from working. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Online postcards infested with virus Jul 26, 2009
Gary Warner, computer forensics director at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), who led the study, said, Zeus Bot has been named America's most pervasive computer virus, reportedly affecting some 3. 6 million computers in the US.. (India Times)
'Nude' Video Harms PC Jul 23, 2009
Erin Andrews 'Nude Video' May Install Computer Virus. Wednesday, July 22, 2009. (Fox News)
'Harry Potter' Computer Virus Plagues Would-Be Downloaders Jul 16, 2009
Harry Potter' Computer Virus Plagues Would-Be Downloaders. Hackers are using the promise of a 'Half-Blood Prince' bootleg to lure fans and steal info. (VHI.com -- Music News)
AVG changed my default search to Yahoo! Jul 13, 2009
Trying to keep my computer virus free, I downloaded the latest AVG toolbar for Firefox. Never would I think it would try and change my default search engine to Yahoo. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
New Theory Gives More Precise Estimates Of Large-scale Biodiversity Jul 13, 2009
When will the next computer virus attack your hard-drive. A new theory on the statistical. (Science Daily)
What's behind cyber attacks on South Korea, US? Jul 9, 2009
Korea Communication Commission official Lee Myung-su said the computer virus had infected 18,000 personal computers and at least 11 South Korean government sites. US sites hit by the virus include the Treasury Department, Federal Trade Commission, and Secret Service. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
How a Brute-Force Cyberattack Works Jul 9, 2009
In this instance, malicious computer programmers, possibly working for North Korea or groups sympathetic to it, would have started by infecting thousands of computers running Microsoft Windows with a computer virus. A rogue programmer would then have been able to "herd" the PCs into a virtual networked computer, or "botnet," that he could command to do whatever he wanted. (Fox News)
Jackson boost Jul 8, 2009
At one point Google News thought it was under attack and put out an error messaging that warned users "your query looks similar to automated requests from a computer virus or spyware application". "Over-covered". (BBC News -- Technology)
Watchdog Reports Jul 5, 2009
June 25 (UNION-TRIBUNE) : The San Diego Data Processing Corp. provides almost all of the city's information technology services, but some departments avoid it like a computer virus. June 18 (UNION-TRIBUNE) : When San Diego's business and political establishment decided to ask voters for an expanded Convention Center and a new Padres ballpark downtown, they turned to an unlikely ally: organized labor. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Jackson queries cause Google meltdown Jun 30, 2009
The "We're sorry" page tells users their query "looks similar to automated requests from a computer virus or spyware application" and forces them to type in a series of squiggly characters before it will process their request. Popular micro-blogging service Twitter also suffered a slowdown in performance on Thursday as users exchanged thousands of messages per minute about Jackson's death at the age of 50. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Google Thought Jackson Traffic Was Attack Jun 28, 2009
Google News was inaccessible for some people Thursday afternoon right as rumors of Jackson's death began to circulate, replaced by an error message reading "We're sorry, but your query looks similar to automated requests from a computer virus or spyware application. To protect our users, we can't process your request right now.". Of course, those queries were quite legitimate, as millions around the world searched for accurate information regarding Jackson, following reports that he had suffered... (CBS News)
Web slows after Jackson's death Jun 27, 2009
It warned users "your query looks similar to automated requests from a computer virus or spyware application". "It's true that between approximately 2.40PM Pacific and 3.15PM Pacific, some Google News users experienced difficulty accessing search results for queries related to Michael Jackson and saw the error page," said Google spokesman Gabriel Stricker. (BBC News -- Technology)
Microsoft: Beyond 'Software Plus Services' Jun 26, 2009
In some cases, work can be done by software residing on a powerful electronic device, with limited assistance from Web services say, a periodic update to deliver a patch for the latest computer virus or to add a twist to your favorite video game. Or, the heavy lifting can be handled by the computers of an Internet company that delivers an online service to a broad array of devices, from high-powered PCs to "dumb" machines with far less smarts. (BusinessWeek)
Turmoil fuels 'hacktivist' attacks on Web sites Jun 26, 2009
The attack also didn't appear to harm visitors' machines: The site appeared to only serve up a political message rather than a computer virus, as some hacked sites carry. Very few people were likely affected, too: The site averages fewer than 1,000 hits a day. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Watch Out For Social Networking Virus Jun 24, 2009
Experts say the computer virus is called Koobface and has more than 50 variants. Some versions of the virus are phishing attacks while others will collect critical data on your hard drive. (W-USA News, DC)
DPS core computer services back up Jun 18, 2009
DURHAM -- The Durham public school system's core computer services appear to be returning to normal after weeks of trying to cope with the effects of a computer virus, an administrator said Wednesday morning. . (Herald Sun)
Report: Computer Virus Knocks Out FBI E-Mail May 30, 2009
Friday, May 29, 2009. A vicious cyber-virus is crippling the FBI's computer and e-mail systems -- continuing to jam the G-men's vast communications network more than nine days after being first detected, The Post has learned. (Fox News)
"Gumblar" Computer Virus A Growing Threat May 29, 2009
Experts Say Web Site Compromise Attack Spreading To New Computers, Already Worse Than Conficker. (AP/CBS/IStockphoto). (CBS News)
Computer virus strikes US Marshals, FBI affected May 27, 2009
Law enforcement computers were struck by a mystery computer virus Thursday, forcing the FBI and the U.S. Marshals to shut down part of their networks as a precaution. The U.S. Marshals confirmed it disconnected from the Justice Department's computers as a protective measure after being hit by the virus; an FBI official said only that that agency was experiencing similar issues and was working on the problem. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
The God Father of Emo Releases Digital Catalog May 26, 2009
Nick Pupillo's enigmatic style marries the intensity of hardcore and dramatic lyrics, as in song titles 'Computer Virus Designed By God' and 'On Ground Zero. His tortured lyrical cross-over song writing and production reflects not only mid-1980s emocore, but also a wide range of eclectic styles within the arena rock to rhythm and blues genre, and of course ska to rockabilly. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Full Story» May 25, 2009
Computer virus strikes US Marshals, FBI affected ... Law enforcement computers were struck by a mystery computer virus Thursday, forcing the FBI and the U.S. Marshals to shut down part of their networks as a precaution. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
US giant puts up $5m to trap hackers May 22, 2009
The world's first computer virus, the Morris worm, released by a Cornell university graduate, infected about 10% of the computers on the internet in 1988. "This is as much about public theatre as bettering security," Mr Smith said. (Yahoo News -- Computer Viruses & Worms)
Virus Shuts Down FBI's, U.S. Marshals' Computers May 22, 2009
Computer Virus Strikes FBI, U.S. Marshals Service ... WASHINGTON Law enforcement computers were struck by a mystery computer virus Thursday, forcing the FBI and the U.S. Marshals to shut down part of their networks as a precaution. (Fox News)
Adware Spreads Quickly on AOL IM May 22, 2009
"I had no idea that you could get what appears to have all the characteristics of a computer virus through Instant Messenger, or by just clicking on a Web page link.". These links appear to originate directly from someone that AIM users know, so some click on the link and install software, trusting that their Instant Messenger buddies aren't sending them malicious programs or spamware. (Yahoo News -- Instant Messaging)
'Junk' DNA Has Important Role May 21, 2009
Like a computer virus that copies itself ad nauseum, selfish DNA replicates and passes from parent to offspring for the sole benefit of the DNA itself. The present study suggests that some selfish DNA transposons can instead confer an important role to their hosts, thereby establishing themselves as long-term residents of the genome. (Science Daily)
DPS blames computer virus for delay May 19, 2009
HOUSTON -- The Texas Department of Public Safety is blaming a computer virus for a six-week delay in processing new and renewed driver s licenses. Video DPS blames computer virus for delay May 18, 2009. (KHOU.com, TX)
Stopping Chinese Cybercrime May 12, 2009
However, the emergence of a hitherto unknown phenomenon, a computer virus in the form of a malware program known as "Ping Pong" finally drew cybercrime to the attention of the Chinese public. Today, cybercrime in China is a vast self-perpetuating criminal industry. (Science Daily)
Now, H1N1 becomes online epidemic May 10, 2009
Trend Micro director Juan Pablo Castro, in a statement recently, also warned about the potential damage spammers can make, saying, "Swine virus has become a computer virus that takes advantage of fear and confusion to spread mischievous codes, junk e-mails and infect computer equipment.". The e-mails also offer lower-price drugs like Tamiflu with lower-quality, less regulated generic, which could pose health risks. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Financial aid data at KCC may be at risk May 6, 2009
The financial aid records of more than 15,000 Kapi'olani Community College students may have been compromised by a computer virus, university officials said, but no one has reported any identity theft. The virus affected a computer with access to financial aid records of students from Jan. 1, 2004, to April 15, 2009, KCC Chancellor Leon Richards said yesterday. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Computer virus may have compromised KCC student records May 5, 2009
The financial aid records of more than 15,000 Kapi'olani Community College students may have been compromised from a computer virus, university officials say. A computer with access to personal information of financial aid applicants was infected with a specific piece of "malware" that has the potential to steal sensitive data. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Red Tape Prevented Hospital Virus Purge May 2, 2009
Feds' Red Tape Left Medical Devices Infected With Computer Virus ... Joffe, who also is the senior vice president for the telecom clearingh 00004000 ouse Neustar, told a panel of the House Energy and Commerce Committee that over the last three weeks, he and another Conficker researcher identified at least 300 critical medical devices from a single manufacturer that have been infected with the computer virus. (CBS News)
Getting the job done during a pandemic May 2, 2009
In 2003, back-to-back crises tested the concept, beginning with SARS and followed by a massive global computer virus, devastating forest fires in British Columbia, an unparalleled power blackout in eastern Canada and the United States, and, to top it off, the accidental cutting of a key telecommunications cable in downtown Vancouver. A four-month labour dispute at Telus in 2005 also put this emergency planning to the test. (Globe and Mail)
Net flooded with swine virus spam emails: security May 1, 2009
"Swine virus has become a computer virus that takes advantage of fear, confusion and the interest for information available on the web regarding the epidemic to spread mischievous codes, junk emails and infect computer equipments," said the firm's director for Latin America, Juan Pablo Castro. Japan's National Institute of Infectious Diseases warned Thursday that a suspicious Japanese-language email message with an attached file called "information on swine flu" had been circulating in... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Conficker worm dabbling with mischief Apr 29, 2009
The Conficker worm's creators are evidently toying with ways to put the pervasive computer virus to work firing off spam or spreading rogue anti-virus applications called "scareware.". SAN FRANCISCO (AFP) - The Conficker worm's creators are evidently toying with ways to put the pervasive computer virus to work firing off spam or spreading rogue anti-virus applications called "scareware.". (Yahoo! Asia News)
Conficker Computer Virus Still Around Apr 28, 2009
Search the District, Virginia and Maryland. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- The giant Conficker computer worm, once feared as an out-of-control Internet doomsday machine, seems to have settled -- for now -- on trying to make money in very predictable ways. (W-USA News, DC)
General has new mission Apr 19, 2009
Last year a computer virus took down systems because a soldier in Afghanistan was uploading games or music from his personal computer and put it on a thumb drive, the general said ... The highly contagious computer virus went throughout the government and cost millions of dollars to fix, Lawrence said. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Con Artists Use Fake Parking Tickets To Steal Identities Apr 18, 2009
But once installed, so too is a potential computer virus. The scammers can also get any personal information if you enter your credit card number or bank information. (W-USA News, DC)
County computers catch a virus, still working on a cure Apr 17, 2009
Published: Thursday, April 16, 2009 1:17 PM MDT Campbell County offices continue to struggle with a computer virus that has affected their ability to work since Monday, causing officials to bring a network security specialist to town on Thursday. The 15-member county Information Technology team has been trying to fix the problem since the unknown computer virus hit the county computers Monday. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
State Agency Recovers from Paralyzing Computer Virus Apr 15, 2009
Burlington, Vermont - April 14, 2009. Vermont's Human Services agency has largely recovered from a virus that paralyzed it's computers. (WCAX.com, VT)
Conficker Worm Hits University of Utah Computers Apr 14, 2009
SALT LAKE CITY -- University of Utah officials say a computer virus has infected more than 700 campus computers, including those at the school's three hospitals. University health sciences spokesman Chris Nelson said the outbreak of the Conficker worm, which can slow computers and steal personal information, was first detected Thursday. (Newsmax)
Book a bed and breakfast, catch a computer virus Apr 14, 2009
The number of computer viruses is growing extraordinarily fast and shifting from phishing e-mails to being hidden in seemingly safe websites such as a local bed and breakfast, says Internet security company Symantec Corp in a new report on Tuesday. There has been a huge increase in the number of viruses and worms, also called "malicious code," on the Web with 624,267 identified in 2007 compared with 1. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Conficker Infects Computers Apr 13, 2009
University of Utah officials say a computer virus has infected more than 700 campus computers, including those at the school's three hospitals ... Conficker worm hits University of Utah computers Articles (04-12) 05:11 PDT SALT LAKE CITY, (AP) -- University of Utah officials say a computer virus has infected more than 700 campus computers, including those at the school's three hospitals. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Huge Computer Worm Conficker Stirring To Life Apr 11, 2009
Computer Virus Could Be Making Profits, Not Causing Cyber Destruction. POSTED: Thursday, April 9, 2009UPDATED: 9:10 am CDT April 10, 2009. (Click2Houston, TX)
Conficker Wakes Up Apr 10, 2009
what does this have to do with a computer virus. Posted by WITHINMEANS. (CBS News -- Iraq)
Safeguards offered on computer virus Apr 9, 2009
Technical experts aren t exactly sure whether the Conficker computer virus supposedly circulating the Internet will be launched April 1 or how it will affect computer systems, but say proactive actions can be taken. According to Christine Carr, executive director of , Conficker is considered malware and remotely infects Web servers running on Windows platforms. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
* World News Quick Take Apr 3, 2009
The Conficker worms April 1 trigger date came and went without the bedeviling computer virus causing any mischief, but security specialists warned that the threat was far from over. Conficker did just what the white hats tracking it expected X it evolved to make itself harder to exterminate and its masters tougher to find. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Conficker worm plays no tricks on April Fools' Day Apr 2, 2009
SAN FRANCISCO (AFP) The Conficker worm's April 1st trigger date came and went without the bedeviling computer virus causing any mischief but security specialists warn that the threat is far from over. Conficker did just what the "white hats" tracking it expected -- the virus evolved to better resist extermination and make its masters tougher to find. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Virus finds its way to Hawaii computers Apr 2, 2009
Any thoughts that the Conficker computer virus might not find its way to Hawai'i are wrong, with a few computer repair firms reporting yesterday they'd found it on several machines here. "We have found the Conficker virus on several machines that have come through our doors," said Todd Kingman, general manager of SuperGeeks, a computer network, repair and security management firm. (Honolulu Advertiser)
"Conficker" could make for an ugly April Fool's Day Apr 1, 2009
Channel 4 KRNV.com: Local News and Weather for Reno-Tahoe Region: "Conficker" computer virus could make for an ugly April Fool's Day ... "Conficker" computer virus could make for an ugly April Fool's Day ... In the already weird world of computer viruses, it's kind of fitting that we computer users could get a joke played on us come April first. (KRNV.com, NV)
Take steps to avoid April 1st computer virus Apr 1, 2009
Conficker to ramp up its efforts to use infected computers for cybercrimes. MSN Tech and Gadgets. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Giant Internet worm set to infect computers April 1 Apr 1, 2009
Video: Computer virus warning. That's when many of the poisoned machines will get more aggressive about "phoning home" to the worm's creators over the Internet. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Windows users warned of worm Apr 1, 2009
Millions of Microsoft Windows users are on guard today because a computer virus known as Conficker. B worm may cause some major mayhem. (Florida Today)
IGN's Guide to Conficker Apr 1, 2009
March 31, 2009 - In 1789, Benjamin Franklin penned what would become an infamous phrase: "nothing is certain but death and taxes," and while it certainly holds true, if Franklin were around today he would most certainly add "computer virus hysteria" to that list. Indeed, since the dawning of the age of computers, our reliance on our electronic surrogate brains has expanded to near crippling levels, and with it our fear of their corruption. (IGN Gear)
How to protect yourself from computer virus set to spread April 1 Apr 1, 2009
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Experts Warn Of April Fool's Computer Virus Mar 28, 2009
-- A computer virus rumored to go into effect on April Fools Day may have already infected millions of PCs, according to some computer experts. They said a virus may well be worming its way through the bowels of some people's computers, and on April 1 the computer world will either be the victim of a huge hoax or a huge headache. (News4Jax.com, FL)
