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There's a Storm Brewing

A virus released in Europe through messages about a recent storm has spread to thousands of computers. While this precise tactic might not work in the States and elsewhere, it won't be long 'til some little puke hacker finds a new e-mailer teaser to carry this viral load. One of my old bosses fell for the I Love You virus. What would you fall for? Let us know at [email protected].

Posted by Doug Barney on January 23, 2007


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