Security Firms Warn of Hackers Spoofing CNN, MSNBC News Alerts
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Security hackers behind the CNN-spam campaign switched to MSNBC, sending spoofed e-mails claiming to be MSNBC news alerts in an attempt to lure victims into downloading malware. The hackers are sending about 1.5 million to 2 million spoofed MSNBC news alert messages per hour, according to security researchers at MX Logic. Security firms Sophos and MX Logic warn users to be careful about clicking on links in e-mails.
- UPDATED: Hackers believed to be behind the CNN-spam campaign have changed tactics slightly�they are now using messages claiming to be from news network MSNBC. The best advice for users�be careful what you click. The spoofed MSNBC messages try to entice victims with provocative subject heads, such ...
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Security hackers behind the CNN-spam campaign switched to MSNBC, sending spoofed e-mails claiming to be MSNBC news alerts in an attempt to lure victims into downloading malware. The hackers are sending about 1.5 million to 2 million spoofed MSNBC news alert messages per hour, according to security researchers at MX Logic. Security firms Sophos and MX Logic warn users to be careful about clicking on links in e-mails.
- UPDATED: Hackers believed to be behind the CNN-spam campaign have changed tactics slightly�they are now using messages claiming to be from news network MSNBC. The best advice for users�be careful what you click. The spoofed MSNBC messages try to entice victims with provocative subject heads, such ...
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