Posted on 11/23/2011 8:31:20 AM PST by DaveyB
Gamma International UK Ltd. touts its ability to send a “fake iTunes update” that can infect computers with surveillance software, according to one of the company’s marketing videos.< snip>
...the type of intrusion used by criminals trying to steal people’s financial details.< snip>
...All of the hacking companies say they sell their tools to law enforcement and governments to help them track down criminals.< snip>
(Excerpt) Read more at blogs.wsj.com ...
Several years ago I installed iTunes on my computer to load an iPod for my mother that all the siblings got her as part of a Christmas present. I then deleted it.
I really hate that software.
On a side note. We’ve been without internet at our rural home for two months now ever since the T-mobile tower that serves us decided to stop doing data with any remotely reliable service. It’s kinda peaceful. I’m actually starting to like it.
Why is theft illegal?
The US Government hates competiton.
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