MediaDefender Virus Scam Targets Torrent Site Users

The latest in a long line of scams targeting email users is attempting to capitalize on the increasing number using BitTorrent sites. Targets of the scam receive an unsolicited email purporting to come from notorious anti-piracy company MediaDefender . The email, which is simply addressed “Dear User!” claims the individual has been monitored on any of several torrent sites while engaging in anything from copyright infringement, through to simply browsing the sites.

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