A virus, yes, a security issue, hardly. From what I understand, a
user needs to download and purposely install this file. Also, during
the installation, your not prompted to enter your password. That
should be a huge red flag for Mac users. The biggest threat to
security is the user. You should never download and install something
you are not absolutely sure about.
On Nov 2, 2007, at 9:18 AM, John Moore wrote:
A virus for the Mac/ Wow. Who would have thought?
On 11/2/07, Rob DeZonia <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
Hi Listers,
I just read this in the Worldstart newsletter that I subscribe
to, and
thought it should be passed along to the list.
"Mac Security Alert
If you're a Mac user (me included), I know you're probably not used
to
hearing about
virus warnings, but unfortunately, it looks like one is now on the
loose.
Yes, a
new virus has been detected and this time, it is starting to loom
around Mac
computers.
Luckily, this one is the first in a long time for Macs, but we all
still
have to
deal with what this one has brought about. Keep reading for all the
important details!
Just yesterday (November 1, 2007), a Trojan horse virus that has been
affecting Windows
computers for some time now has adapted over to the Mac OS X. This
virus
basically
works as a disguise for a video codec. If you happen to come into
contact
with it,
you will be told to install a file so that you will be able to view
certain
videos.
After downloading the file, you will then be prompted to enter your
Administrator
password. After doing that, the virus will install itself and
launch. It
will then
take over your Internet connection for use by the hacker.
Now, as you probably know, most Mac users do not use antivirus
software,
simply because
viruses are very few and far between for Mac computers. So, because
of that,
it is
very important for you to be on the lookout for any suspicious
videos you
may come
across that require you to install a new file just to view them. Just
remember, it
is very rare that a video file will ask you to install a new
program. If you
keep
your eyes open and use your common sense, this virus will pass
without any
harm to
you!"
Rob
--
John Moore
