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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Technology
Aleks Krotoski

PSP infected!

The first PSP malware has hit the web, disabling Sony's handheld console. Symantec has reported a Trojan that, when downloaded and activated, stops the PSP from turning on correctly. If you're infected (and the threat is comparably low and localised) the prognosis isn't particularly good:

Symantec is not currently aware of any instructions for restoring the Playstation Portable device to its original condition if it has been compromised.



As 1Up.com says, tread gently when downloading things from funny places. The trojan is pitched as a mod that'll allow users to run non-Sony applications.

Be warned. More info can be found from Softpedia and The Guardian's Technology Blog.

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