iPhone Game Carries Windows Malware

iPhone Game Carries Windows Malware

Another malware is on the prowl which deliberately strikes PC users.

Security firm Sophos has disclosed the coming out of the Penguin Panic imitations loaded with malware designed to attack computer systems. The crooks attach the fake game in spam messages with subjects 'virtual iPhone games', 'take a break', and 'virtual iPhone toys'. This is to lure users into opening the email and infect their PC with a Trojan virus.

Penguin Panic has been offered in the App store for a number of months but Apple has not displayed the game since because of the malware attacks. The iPhones, however, are not affected by the malicious software.

To avoid any kind of malicious breach in your computer, always be very careful with the messages sitting in your inbox. Never open emails from unknow senders or launch unidentified email attachments. The best way to avoid any attacks is to contact your IT support to ensure complete security in your computer.


Posted by Emma on 18/09/2008 13:26

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