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McCartney's Web Site Hacked

Malware allowed hacker access to fans' computer data

By Mary Papenfuss, Newser Staff

Posted Apr 10, 2009 2:49 AM CDT

(Newser) – Paul McCartney's official web site was infected with malware that allowed hackers to access computer data of fans who logged on, reports the Telegraph. An internet security surveillance firm spotted the LuckySpoilt invasion early this week and purged the site. It's unclear how many users... Read full story »

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