Oh Goody -- FireFox Malware and Worms On the Way!

While it does sound rather pessimistic, I guess you can't blame the industry experts who predict that FireFox's extreme popularity will cause it to start attracting viruses, spyware, and other nasties very soon. One analyst predicts at least two exploits...

February 14, 2005

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While it does sound rather pessimistic, I guess you can't blame the industry experts who predict that FireFox's extreme popularity will cause it to start attracting viruses, spyware, and other nasties very soon. One analyst predicts at least two exploits by year's end. Stu Sjouwerman, COO of Sunbelt Software says he and his folks have spotted several security openings or vectors that could leave the up-and-coming browser vulnerable for an attack.

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