PC Malware Targeting iPad Users

April 26, 2010 :: Posted by - SoSly :: Category - News

Here’s a cute trick. Some PC owners are getting emails alerting them to a new version of iTunes that has been updated “…for best iPad performance, newer features and security.”

The email provides a link, asking recipients to download a “new” version of iTunes. You see where this is going, of course. Those who follow through actually download a counterfeit version of iTunes which contains malicious code that opens up a backdoor allowing unauthorized access to a PC. Read more…