Caution: email containing a virus masking as a DHL package delivery

October 13, 4:40 PMUsing Computers ExaminerHarold Nolte

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There is an email going around with the subject "DHL delivery problem number 98985" or similar subject.  It contains a message claiming that DHL failed to deliver a package.  You are instructed to print the invoice copy attached and collect the package at DHL's location. 

This attachment is a zipped file (DHL_Package_02068.zip) which contains a virus.  Do not open the attachment.  If you have opened the email, you should not be infected, but you will download the virus if you open the attachment.  The best thing to do is delete the email and mark it as spam. 

You can get more information at the DHL website http://www.dhl-usa.com/custserv/servicealert.asp?id=1. 

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