The program apparently is designed to grab passwords and possibly other confidential information from the computer of a person who downloads and runs the program. Those who checked it out report the program, once executed, will dial into the Internet and upload passwords and possibly other data from the user's computer. The flyers also outline possible health problems related to wireless usage. In addition to the study, the Radio Communications Agency says it will audit the placement of wireless transmitters, especially those near schools, for any problems with radiation. Meanwhile, Newsbytes reports that the British government also plans to withdraw its recommendation that cellular telephone users switch to hands-free units.
Tests are ongoing.
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