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from Mary Landesman
A CBS 60 Minutes report on malware has led to fears of a viral meltdown on April 1st. Unfortunately while the report may be unfounded, the fear that was generated may actually be exposing folks to more - and more real - malware threats.
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In the Spotlight
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60 Minutes, Conficker, and April's Fool
According to a recent 60 Minutes report, April 1st spells doomsday for Conficker victims. But is it true? Here's a look at the myths - and the realities - of the Conficker worm.
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Conficker Fear Leads to Infection
Fear of Conficker, spurred by the 60 Minutes broadcast, is leading many to search for information on the alleged April 1st doomsday threat. Attackers are taking advantage of this, using a technique known as spamdexing to lead the searchers to real malware threats.
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What is Conficker, Really?
Conficker isn't a web threat and it doesn't spread by email or via social networking sites. Here's what Conficker really is, plus easy steps to ensure you never encounter it.
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