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Skype spam spreads rogue security tool

posted onSeptember 20, 2011
by l33tdawg

A recently-spotted Skype spam operation has put users at risk of falling victim to possible fake antivirus attacks.

The attackers are using automated messages to place calls through the Skype VoIP service. The messages claim to be from a "system update" service and warn the user that their systems is currently lacking adequate security protection.

The attack has been spotted and documented by security firm Sophos, while V3 received a similar automated message warning of a possible security threat. The automated message instructs the user to visit a URL containing a possible rogue security attack. The page attempts to convince the user to download and purchase security tools as well as hand over personal information.

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