Computer Virus Could Leave Thousands Unable to Use Internet
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Hundreds of thousands of people around the world could be in for an unwelcome surprise Monday, unless they check their computers now for malware that infected their machines a year ago.
The virus caused by Eastern European computer hackers will make it impossible to access the Internet.
Internet providers used by billions of people every day, are alerting users who they suspect may have infected computers. They also provide information on what people can do to fix the problem.
The hackers used an online advertising scam to take control of nearly 600,000 computers last year, harvesting information about users and directing them to fraudulent websites.
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation smashed the computer ring and temporarily set up two Internet servers so that users can remain on line.
But that temporary fix will be closed down at 0401 UTC Monday.
FBI Explanation Document
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Hundreds of thousands of people around the world could be in for an unwelcome surprise Monday, unless they check their computers now for malware that infected their machines a year ago.
The virus caused by Eastern European computer hackers will make it impossible to access the Internet.
Internet providers used by billions of people every day, are alerting users who they suspect may have infected computers. They also provide information on what people can do to fix the problem.
The hackers used an online advertising scam to take control of nearly 600,000 computers last year, harvesting information about users and directing them to fraudulent websites.
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation smashed the computer ring and temporarily set up two Internet servers so that users can remain on line.
But that temporary fix will be closed down at 0401 UTC Monday.
FBI Explanation Document