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Simpsons Spam and Potter Worms Flood the Web

Rene Millman writes on ITPro Security News:

Spammers and cybercriminals are exploiting movie-goers with junk emails and viruses riding on the back of this summer's blockbusters.

While news of Harry Potter spoilers circulate the internet, spammers are also exploiting interest in the Simpsons Movie out next week. Spam is flooding recipients' inboxes with offers of a $500 (£250) gift voucher to fill out a Simpson's related online survey.

The email features a picture of Homer sat on his couch wearing a Superman top and underpants. A caption on the picture reads: "Will you go see the movie The Simpsons? Take our short survey now."

posted by Fergie @ 7/20/2007 05:34:00 PM