Expert: Organized crime behind Sobig?: zdnet.com

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Concerns have been raised by a leading antivirus expert regarding the Sobig virus, suggesting that the overwhelming size of the infection may distract users and organizations from recognizing more significant threats. The expert emphasizes the need for vigilance beyond the immediate impact of Sobig. Additionally, there are reports of potential identification of the creators of the virus, linked to a mass mailing company in Colorado. The Sobig virus has caused severe damage to systems, as noted by professionals in the virus removal sector.
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A leading antivirus expert has voiced concerns that users and organizations are going to be so busy worrying about the sheer size of the Sobig infection that they will "take their eyes off the ball" in terms of the real threat.

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I had heard that they may have found the poeple that wrote it. A mass mailing company in CO. I work for Norton in the virus removal department and have see it some pretty harsh things to peoples systems...
 
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