Kentucky payroll phishing scam nets small fortune – keystroke logger used!

http://www.theregister.co.uk/2009/07/03/kentucky_payroll_phishing_scam/

A keystroke logging program was surreptitious installed on the treasurer’s PC and used to steal bank account passwords, which lead to the theft of $415,000 dollars.  I urge you to read this article, which explains the elaborate scam, and to understand that you MUST be sceptical and take security seriously!

If you are unsure about security and how to protect your systems, contact a professional!

Remember, just because you’re paranoid, it doesn’t mean they’re not out to get you!

You should also read this article which explains that all the ways that a hacked PC can be used:

http://davehatter.wordpress.com/2009/07/05/not-taking-security-seriously-read-this-the-scrap-value-of-a-hacked-pc/

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