FBI Warns About Facebook Virus

The FBI is warning consumers about a Facebook virus that is being spread via email, that is in fact a bug. The warning also states that if you are the victim of such an attack, you can file a complaint with the Internet Crime Complaint Center, linked in their press release. It also states:

 Storm Worm Virus

Be on the lookout for spam e-mails spreading the Storm Worm malicious software (malware) which mention “F.B.I. vs. facebook”. The e-mail directs the recipient to click on a link to view an article about the  FBI and Facebook. Once the user clicks on the link, malware is downloadedto the Internet connected device and causes it to become infected and become part of the Storm Worm botnet. A botnet is a network of compromised machines under the control of a single user. Botnets are typically set up to facilitate criminal activity such as spam e-mail, identity theft, denial of service attacks, and spreading malware to other machines on the Internet.

The Storm Worm virus has capitalized on various holidays and fictitious world events in the last year by sending millions of e-mails advertising an e-card link within the text of the spam e-mail.

Be wary of any e-mail received from an unknown sender. Do not open any unsolicited e-mail and do not click on any links provided.

If you are become a victim, you can file a complaint here:  www.IC3.gov

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