Lincoln, NE April 13, 2006:
A new Spyware infection was discovered this morning by the Schrock Innovations research department called MoviePass. Internet users intentionally or unintentionally install the MoviePass software on their computers while attempting to download music or movies from the Internet. Once the free trial software expires, MoviePass demands $29.99 a month from unsuspecting victims. Those who refuse to pay can be slapped with a $359.88 bill and a damaged credit report.
According to Thor Schrock, owner of Schrock Innovations, the MoviePass software blurs the line somewhat between a legitimate software subscription service and a dangerous spyware threat. The software seems to provide a legitimate service, but also collects information about all of the programs on your computer to prevent software conflicts. This same information could be used to detect anti-spyware programs and build counter measures into the MoviePass software.
Additionally, when consumers sign up for the MoviePass free trial, they are required to agree to a lengthy Terms of use agreement. Within that agreement there is language that explains how customers of...
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