06 Oct 2011
Scammers look to exploit Steve Jobs' death
After the death of Apple visionary Steve Jobs, scammers have already tried to take advantage. While a virus is not involved this time, this should remind computer users that antivirus programs should be kept running even on what looks to be the safest of websites.Scammers set up a website at the URL Stevejobsfuneral.com which attempts to collect email addresses by luring people to win a MacBook Pro by asking them to enter a sweepstakes. The site also contains advertising information that brings revenue to any purchases made at a linked Apple store.
UberGizmo's website said while this may not be as bad as a Trojan virus, the "the fact that these people are capitalizing on Steve Jobs' death to make a quick buck is pretty sickening."
MSNBC said scams are also spreading across Facebook, claiming 50 iPads are being given away in memory of Jobs. The websites redirect a few times and end up making the website creator money through affiliate advertising. Users should always be aware of what they are clicking and have good internet security running.