Christopher Boyd - Fake Google Toolbar

Fake Google Toolbar

In October 2005, Boyd discovered a "fake" Google Toolbar which was being distributed via Instant Messaging. The toolbar allowed the user to store credit card details, and also opened up a fake Google search page. Boyd also tracked the toolbar back to 2003, through three different versions, each one exploiting vulnerabilities in the Windows operating system.

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