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PostPosted: Mon Apr 12, 2004 11:33 pm    Post subject: MAC_MP3CONCEPT.A virus Reply with quote

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This is a proof-of-concept Trojan that only affects the Macintosh platform.

It does not have any destructive payload or viral routine to infect or damage the target system. It also has no spreading capability.

The Trojan's only exploit is in its icon, which appears to be a valid MP3 file but is actually a Macintosh executable with an MP3 file inside.

Upon execution, it plays an MP3 file depicting the sound of a laughing man.

Simultaneously, it also displays a message box with any of the following text:


“Yep, this is an application (So what is your iTunes playing right now?)”
“(But you can add it to your iTunes library too.)”


More info HERE...
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PostPosted: Tue Apr 13, 2004 12:06 am    Post subject: MAC_MP3CONCEPT.A virus Reply with quote

Yes, I read about that this morning.

Been a long time since I saw a Mac virus, if you can call it a virus.
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PostPosted: Tue Apr 13, 2004 12:28 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I read that a few days ago.. and I dunno.. I have a hard time believing it.. I think it's a hoax propagated by that virus company to garner more folks into purchasing the product.. it reminds me of our recent discussion on jpg viruses.

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would one of our mac users try and get the code/virus and test it out for us ? Rolling Eyes
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