Computer Virus to be Unleashed at Midnight
LOS ANGELES – Computer security experts are warning the public that a worm going by the name Kama Sutra, CME-24, BlackWorm, Mywife.E or other titles is set to attack vulnerable computers at midnight, Feb. 3.
The virus causes a keyboard and mouse to freeze. When the computer is subsequently rebooted, the worm disables the antivirus software. It can then destroy common files ending in “.doc,” “.pdf” and “.zip.”
The worm is delivered via an E-mail attachment with subject lines such as “Hot Movie,” “Give me a kiss” and “Miss Lebanon 2006.”
It is estimated that approximately 15,000 computers in the United States are infected with this virus. That number is relatively small when compared to the hundreds of thousands of machines affected overseas in countries like India, Peru, Turkey and Italy.
Experts recommend users immediately update their antivirus programs.
If you enjoyed this article and want to receive more valuable industry content like this, click here to sign up for our FREE digital newsletters!
Related Content
Leading in Turbulent Times: Effective Campus Public Safety Leadership for the 21st Century
This new webcast will discuss how campus public safety leaders can effectively incorporate Clery Act, Title IX, customer service, “helicopter” parents, emergency notification, town-gown relationships, brand management, Greek Life, student recruitment, faculty, and more into their roles and develop the necessary skills to successfully lead their departments. Register today to attend this free webcast!
