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YoKenny

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Rogue AV Goes Green
« on: September 03, 2009, 06:49:47 PM »
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Rogue AV Goes Green

09.02.2009 - 1:00 PM
Given the world's ever-increasing environmental concerns, it’s easy to see why malware authors are monetizing via an eco-friendly strategy. Just as the scare tactics of rogue AVs have already taken their toll, yet another ingenious twist appears - this time resorting to a friendlier, “greener” tone. 
http://securitylabs.websense.com/content/Blogs/3469.aspx
http://www.virusbtn.com/news/2009/09_03.xml
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Re: Rogue AV Goes Green
« Reply #1 on: September 04, 2009, 12:08:56 AM »
I guess next they'll donate an organ for every product you buy.....
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Re: Rogue AV Goes Green
« Reply #2 on: September 04, 2009, 06:12:39 AM »
Hopefully, a vital one!

"Green" AV?
Turn your computer off and go for a long walk, taking every opprtunity to exhale on foliage.
« Last Edit: September 04, 2009, 06:18:36 AM by Vladimyr »
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