Archive of UserLand's first discussion group, started October 5, 1998.

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Re: Awesome example of social engineering

Author:	Larry Yudelson
Posted:	5/5/2000; 10:18:48 AM
Topic:	Awesome example of social engineering
Msg #:	16996 (In response to 16989)
Prev/Next:	16995 / 16997

Given that the code is now freely available on SlashDot, how hard could it be to modify the virus to:

1) Install a warning against opening downloaded files 2) Make sure that file extensions are shown

This would minimize the threat of the next worm.... and of course, spread most among those who need it most.

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