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ruby
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Oct 8, 2005, 7:29 PM
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PSP Trojan Emerges - Protect Yourself
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Symantec experts have identified the first Trojan that targets the PSP. Titled Trojan.PSPBrick, as a Category 1 threat (Category 5 being the worst).
The virus is designed to look like a downloadable hack that lets users run their own games on the PSP. Once installed, it deletes system files and breaks the PSP. The user must choose to download it - which means you're safe if you don't go around taking files from strangers. Although there are still no confirmed cases of infection, this should raise awareness.
The virus, which masquerades as a mod, is something the users have to download to deliberately get around the Sony PSP security system. People will not be affected if they don't arbitrarily download unknown files. Unfortunately, those who may inadvertently install the Trojan.PSPBrick are out of luck. Symantec warns that it will delete critical system files. The only way to fix it will be to return it to Sony for repairs.
However, any kind of hack or mod not endorsed by Sony violates the license agreement and voids the warranty on the PSP. Moral of the story, play safely with your PSP and don't go downloading files from strange places. Duh.
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