CIAC
HoaxBusters
In addition to describing hoaxes and chain letters found on the
Internet, this page covers how to recognize
hoaxes, what
to do about them, and some of the history
of hoaxes on the Internet.
Datafellows
Virus Hoax Index
This page is considered the industry standard information source
for new virus hoaxes and false alerts.
McAfee
Virus Hoax Index
NAI.com tracks virus hoaxes as well as genuine viruses. The next
time you receive an urgent virus warning message, check it
against their list of known virus hoaxes. If it's a hoax,
chances are you'll find it in their database.
Sophos
Virus Hoax List
A fairly comprehensive list of hoaxes, chain letters,
misunderstandings, etc.,
Symantec
Virus Hoax Alerts
Symantec Security Response uncovers hoaxes on a regular
basis. Please refer to this page whenever you receive what
appears to be a bogus message regarding a new virus, or
promotion that sounds too good to be true.
Trend
Micro Hoax Encyclopedia
A comprehensive list of
current hoaxes
Vmyths.com
Learn about computer virus myths, hoaxes, urban legends,
hysteria, and the implications if you believe in them.
You can also search a list of computer virus hoaxes & virus
hysteria from A to Z. |
