New worm uses Web cameras to spy on users

[Nomad559]

New worm uses Web cameras

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A new worm uses Web cameras to spy on computer users in their home or workplace, Lynnfield, Mass.-based antivirus firm Sophos said. W32.Rbot-GR spreads via network shares, exploiting a number of Microsoft security vulnerabilities and installing a backdoor Trojan as it travels. Once installed, a remote attacker could easily gain access to the information on the PC's hard drive and steal passwords, all the while spying on users through Web cameras and microphones.

[jeff30997]

1. I don't have a Web cam but i think...

I'm gonna unplug the mike,just in case.:)

[GregW]

2. Once again ... 'sophos' is the only company mentioned

issuing this 'alert'. Where's Symantec, Trend, etc.

Excuse my skepticism :eyes:

[ContraBass Black]

3. Clever, especially since XP itself supports the devices.

Such is the price we pay for compatibility.