Thread: "Copyright Violation" Malware
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Old 04-12-2010, 01:14 PM   #1
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"Copyright Violation" Malware
http://www.f-secure.com/weblog/archives/00001931.html
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There's a new extortion trojan in circulation.

This one attempts to steal victims' money by bullying them to pay a "pre-trial settlement" to cover a "Copyright holder fine".

The victim is informed that an "Antipiracy foundation scanner" has found illegal torrents from the system. If he won't pay $400 (via a credit card transaction), he might face jail time and huge fines.
It appears to be an attempt to steal credit card details,
Last edited by Conor; 04-12-2010 at 01:18 PM. Reason: Omitted word.
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