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Old 21-09-2010, 14:53   #1
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A malicious hacker has exploited the service by causing messages and third-party websites to pop up when a user moves their mouse over a link. The virus also causes users to "retweet" the virus to their followers. This has allowed it to spread like wildfire.
http://www.ibtimes.com/articles/6422...-tweetfail.htm

They're saying it's ok to log on to Twitter using an app but not from the Web. I actually logged on there before seeing this and it is a mess!

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Oops just realised I should've put this in the security section! Please move it.
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Old 21-09-2010, 14:56   #2
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Re: Twitter virus spreading (Do not log on from web)
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Re: Twitter virus spreading (Do not log on from web)
So just to confirm this may mess up your posts on twitter but cant affect your computer right?
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Old 21-09-2010, 21:22   #4
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Re: Twitter virus spreading (Do not log on from web)
It's all patched now http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-11382469
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Re: Twitter virus spreading (Do not log on from web)
What major revamp ? my account looks the same as it always has.
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What major revamp ? my account looks the same as it always has.
They're rolling it out across all accounts in stages http://twitter.com/newtwitter
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