It seems that there is a flaw in AIM that could allow a hacker access to unsuspecting users' systems. Any AIM users out there should be wary of this, and avoid leaving the program running.
I'm not sure if it affects Gaim users or not, but us AIM-ers should be tip-toey for a few days.
As far as I know, AOL has not yet issued a patch for it.
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AIM Security Hole Bad News Bears!
#2
Posted 11 August 2004 - 03:52 PM
Even if you only talk to people you know personally, and you have absolutely nothing on your computer that anyone would want to hack?
My most important files consist of a whole bunch of mp3's, WIN-penguins (the cutest program ever), and pictures of James Marsters!
My most important files consist of a whole bunch of mp3's, WIN-penguins (the cutest program ever), and pictures of James Marsters!
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#4
Posted 11 August 2004 - 04:24 PM
QUOTE (mrRobinson @ Aug 11 2004, 05:14 PM)
There is a beta out which i believe address's the issue. However once it is released aim will popup informing you to update. Gaim is NOT vulnerable and neither is Trillian (which I use). I would take this opportunity to switch to one of them.
Hear, hear. I've been using rogue AIM clients for so long that I forget how dreadful the AOL client is. Whenever I'm at a computer that uses it I am overcome with instant sadness.
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