Wireless Worms Infect Laptops

Microsoft Windows and their Intel Centrino wireless platform could spell trouble for some people as a flaw has been found that could allow hackers to spread malicious programs like worms, wirelessly between laptops.

“A hacker could exploit these wireless vulnerabilities to run malicious code on an innocent user’s laptop, giving them control over other people’s PCs or spreading a wireless worm which could leapfrog from one laptop to the next,” said Graham Cluley, senior technology consultant for Sophos. “The good news is that we haven’t seen any attacks using this exploit yet, but that doesn’t mean computer users should be laid back about applying fixes.”

“It is essential that all companies remain alert to the latest security issues, and ensure their business computers are properly defended with the latest patches,” continued Cluley. “The more time taken to patch a flaw, the greater the opportunity for a malicious hacker to exploit it.”

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