28 October 2006
Data theft alert for those using file sharing
Very important news has been released for anyone using LimeWire file-sharing software.
In Denver, police have recently discovered a computer containing records of about 75 different people. Included were tax records, bank accounts, online bill payment records among other things. These records were apparently obtained from the LimeWire software. The software apparently was exploited to allow every file within a computer to be accessed.
LimeWire users are being asked to ensure that their computer's security is updated and firewalls and antivirus software are being used. For those who share their computer with others, it is also advised to check to see if any file-sharing applications are installed.
The Federal Trade Commission has a site describing the risks associated with file-sharing networks with suggestions on how to protect yourself that anyone using such software should read as well as those with children who use such software.
In Denver, police have recently discovered a computer containing records of about 75 different people. Included were tax records, bank accounts, online bill payment records among other things. These records were apparently obtained from the LimeWire software. The software apparently was exploited to allow every file within a computer to be accessed.
LimeWire users are being asked to ensure that their computer's security is updated and firewalls and antivirus software are being used. For those who share their computer with others, it is also advised to check to see if any file-sharing applications are installed.
The Federal Trade Commission has a site describing the risks associated with file-sharing networks with suggestions on how to protect yourself that anyone using such software should read as well as those with children who use such software.
Labels: internet, limewire, p2p, safety, vulnerability
