Would you like a Trojan with that pirated software?

Cyber criminals know that often times people want to get their hands on the latest and greatest software prior to its official release. As a result, these hackers have been known to modify this software and post it to the Internet for unsuspecting people to download. The modifications that they make include methods to subvert traditional AV systems, install Trojans and other malware that can offer full control to the bad guys anywhere in the world.

Microsofts Windwos 7 was the latest to have this happen, although this is far from the first time. Apple’s iWork ‘09 had something similar last year. My suggestion is to not download and use pirated software because the security implications can be huge. Remember, it isn’t just about that one system being infected. Once it is on the inside of your network, it can spread to other systems.

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