New Malware Hidden In Emails About Flu Protection Fear is a fantastic way to spread malware, which is why hackers around the world are using the fear of a flu pandemic as a hook to install a nasty strain of ransomware. It is one of the many reasons why companies employ managed IT services to prevent such malicious software from taking over. Researchers at MyOnlineSecurity have detected a cunning email campaign which spoofs the Centers for Disease Control and bears headlines warning of a Flu Pandemic. The message is short and to the point, explaining that a flu pandemic has been detected and urges recipients to read the attached document for further instructions to protect their families and help keep it from spreading. The instructions also helpfully include the note that in order to view the document properly you'll need to click the 'Enable Editing' button. The attachment bears the name "Flu Pandemic Warning," which reinforces the message itself. It's an excellent choice from the perspective of the hackers, because they know that a relatively high percentage of those who receive this message from what appears to be a trusted agency will open it. This tactic will likely have a higher victim count and could affect businesses severely, which is why it is important to have managed IT services Greenville in place. Unfortunately, the moment they open the file and click to enable editing, they doom themselves.