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Xbox hackers demand Microsoft play Linux

News If genuine, the exploits would allow anyone with even a slight technical knowledge to "re-flash" the Xbox BIOS, allowing users to pirate games. Since an exploit was found in the "save game" function of... [30 Jun 2003]

Magistr.b hits the screen

News The Magistr.b will delete all files on local and network disks, and will destroy data on computer boot-up files and Flash Bios microchips by overwriting operating system loaders Win.com and NTLDR A... [05 Sep 2001]

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Virus warning: Europe risks IT disaster for Lopez's buttocks

News The script wipes a range of files, and more alarmingly, attempts to wipe a computer's hard disk and flash Bios, potentially rendering the computer useless. A new variant of a previously discovered virus... [30 May 2001]

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'Kriz' virus threatens crisis at Christmas

News Kriz also attempts to flash the BIOS of a computer, which prevents it from booting properly and may force the owner to replace the system. A variety of viruses with a festive theme are circulating.... [21 Dec 2000]

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Virus timed to detonate on 26 April

News It says the virus - known as CIH - is capable of overwriting the hard drive as well as the flash Bios (basic input/output system), which makes it particularly dangerous. If the virus is in the computer... [11 Mar 1999]