Trojan virus steals bank info

Simon · Oct 31, 2008, 22:54:29

The details of about 500,000 online bank accounts and credit and debit cards have been stolen by a virus described as "one of the most advanced pieces of crimeware ever created".

The Sinowal trojan has been tracked by RSA, which helps to secure networks in Fortune 500 companies. RSA said the trojan virus has infected computers all over the planet.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/7701227.stm

Sebby · Nov 01, 2008, 00:49:45

Unbelievable.

It amazes me that there are still so many unprotected systems out there. Users really need to be better educated on the subject of security, otherwise these kinds of stories are only going to get more common.

Rik · Nov 01, 2008, 05:07:49

I've long foreseen a time when we move to dumb terminals, with all the security being handled by the ISP, Seb. As long as there are those who take no steps to protect themselves, the rest of us are at risk.

cavillas · Nov 01, 2008, 09:38:12

Condoms and caps should be provided free.

Steve · Nov 01, 2008, 09:52:42

Non specific Trojanitis is usually asymptomatic with carriers unaware that they have been infected.Spread is via direct contact. To avoid infection do not connect to the outside world if you must, wear a firewall with all your ~~holes~~ports covered.

Rik · Nov 01, 2008, 11:02:53

It helps to rub Vick on too, Steve.

Simon · Nov 01, 2008, 11:21:17

But best ask Vic if he minds first.

Glenn · Nov 01, 2008, 11:22:08

I thought she died 107 years ago

Rik · Nov 01, 2008, 11:24:09

Only in body, Glenn, her spirit is alive and well.

Inactive · Nov 01, 2008, 11:27:19

She left behind some strange double standards, that in part live with us still.

Rik · Nov 01, 2008, 11:30:54

Indeed she, or the era, did, In. Child labour and prostitution was fine, a blind eye was swiftly turned, but if anyone left a piano leg uncovered...

Inactive · Nov 01, 2008, 11:51:11

Of course " Art of a certain variety " was only for the elite.

Rik · Nov 01, 2008, 12:05:43

As to family values, mistresses were commonplace. Those were the days.

Tacitus · Nov 01, 2008, 12:08:50

Quote from: Rik on Nov 01, 2008, 12:05:43
As to family values, mistresses were commonplace. Those were the days.

Even Harold MacMillan whilst Prime Minister, was on record as saying he liked to go to bed with a good Trollope.

Rik · Nov 01, 2008, 12:10:57

He was a publisher though, it makes all the difference.