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February '06
A new worm has been identified that is targeting Microsoft Windows users. Many Anti-Virus companies and the media are making reference to the name "Black Worm"; however, the worm is known by the following names "Nyxem", "MyWife", "Blackmal", "Grew", "KillAV", "BlackWorm" and "Kama Sutra". The worm is programmed to delete user files on February 3rd and the 3rd of each month thereafter. The actual spread of the worm is unclear at this time, but the impact on individual user PCs could be quite high. Additional information can be found here BlackWorm.
February '05
Credit reporting and background reporting agency admits data may have been accessed by "unauthorized third parties" stated a spokesman for the firm. More information can be found on various news provider websites such as MSNBC and USA Today. Individuals are encouraged to check credit reports as outlined on Information Security's Identity Theft FAQ.
December '04
Valdosta State University users should be cautious of fraudulent email known as "phishing" attempts.
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