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Polyglot IM worm targets MSN
John Leyden, The Register 2005-08-25

A new worm spreading over IM networks is the first to check system settings in order to send a message in the appropriate language. The Kelvir-HI instant messaging worm is spreading over MSN Messenger's network, albeit modestly. IM security specialist Akonix classifies it as a low-risk threat.

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Polyglot IM worm targets MSN 2005-08-26
Anonymous
I think John just wanted to use the word "polyglot"...

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