Warning - Malicious Word Files
Jun 12, 2007 at 03:00PM
Doug in Computers, Software

virusalert.jpgThis warning comes via Michael. Apparently, unscrupulous hackers are trying to trick businesses into downloading a harmful MS Word document. The e-mails purportedly come from the Better Business Bureau claiming that a customer has filed a complaint against the business and that you should open an attached document supposedly outlining details of the complaint.

The Word document is mislabeled with a PDF extension. Embedded in the document is a keylogging program. It records data from the victim’s computer and uploads it to a Malaysian server. In February, the Better Business Bureau warned of a similar attack. However, the earlier attack directed recipients to malicious Web sites. If you receive one of these e-mail messages, don’t open the attachment!

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