Virus data from October indicates that malware writers are shifting their goal from fame to profit, according to Trend Micro. Trojans made up 47 percent of all malware detected, and backdoor programs with Trojans made up 65 percent.
Countries in Latin America have been the primary targets in this campaign, researchers say.
Like they do with major news events and other holidays, online fraudsters are seeking to cash in on the upcoming Memorial Day weekend.
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