16 May 2007

Malware 'hijacks Windows Updates'

"Virus writers may be able to smuggle malicious files onto a computer using Microsoft's security patch updates, experts say.

At least one program is in circulation that can hijack a key component of Windows Update to introduce malicious software that could be used to hijack a computer.

The method bypasses users' firewall, allowing files to download undetected."

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http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/6657677.stm

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