FBI Issues Valentine's Day Email Warning
Feb 12, 2008
Internet Alert: St. Valentine's Day E-Card Carries Storm Worm Virus
If you unexpectedly receive a Valentine's Day e-card, be careful. It may not be from a secret admirer, but instead might contain the Storm Worm virus.
Viruses on Valentine's Day refer to malicious software that can infect your computer or device through emails, links, or downloads related to Valentine's Day.
To protect yourself from viruses on Valentine's Day, make sure to only open emails and click on links from trusted sources, avoid downloading attachments from unknown senders, and keep your antivirus software updated.
The most common types of viruses on Valentine's Day are email viruses, which spread through infected emails, and Trojan horses, which disguise themselves as harmless files or programs.
If you suspect you have a virus from a Valentine's Day email, immediately stop using the computer or device and run a full system scan with your antivirus software. If the scan detects a virus, follow the instructions to remove it.
Yes, you can still celebrate Valentine's Day online without risking viruses by being cautious of the emails, links, and downloads you interact with. Stick to trusted sources and always make sure your antivirus software is up to date.