Security firms are warning about a proof-of-concept Internet worm which tries to spread malicious files via the Gnutella peer-to-peer file sharing system. The virus, called Gnutella Mandragore, will connect to the Gnutella network once it affects a users PC and will . . . . Security firms are warning about a proof-of-concept Internet worm which tries to spread malicious files via the Gnutella peer-to-peer file sharing system. The virus, called Gnutella Mandragore, will connect to the Gnutella network once it affects a users PC and will then attempt to offer itself for download when users search for songs or other files to download. For example, if a Gnutella user makes a search for "Britney Spears swearing", the infected node will announce it has available a file called "Britney Spears swearing.exe", 8kB in size. The link for this article located at TheRegister is no longer available. . A warning alerts users of a proof-of-concept worm disseminating harmful files on the Gnutella network. Stay cautious and avoid suspicious downloads to remain safe. Gnutella Network, Internet Worms, Malware Threats, P2P File Sharing. . Anthony Pell
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