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enews: Mac malware, iPhone 5 spam, Trojans and Picasa abuse

 

eNews: Our weekly newsletter on the latest virus, spam and data protection issues.

The short history of Mac malware: 1982 - 2011
Viruses, spyware, worms and Trojans aren't just a Windows problem. Here's a short history of the Mac malware scene - from 1982 to the present day.  Essential reading for any Mac enthusiast.

Flashback Mac Trojan poses as Adobe Flash update, opens backdoor
Mac users are once again being reminded to keep their anti-virus software up-to-date, following the discovery of a Trojan horse that poses as an update to Adobe Flash.

iPhone 5 emails infect Windows PCs with malware
Beware of emails claiming that Apple has already announced the iPhone 5. You could be infecting your Windows computer with malware.

Microsoft's botnet shutdown won't stop Mac malware
After Microsoft's shutdown of the Kelihos botnet some suggested it would slow down Mac malware purveyors. While the shutdown of the botnet and cz.cc domains will help, it's only temporary. Find out more now.

Google's Picasa and Yahoo! Groups used to spread spam
Spammers are turning to Google and Yahoo! to help them spread their wares. Shouldn't Google and Yahoo! follow industry best practices of confirming your interest before sending you email?

Thanks & Regards

 

Mohammed Rahman Mecheri

 

System Analyst - Network & Infrastructure

KOJ – Head Quarters

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