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Malicious Spam Links

(From Pamela.)

A threat alert was recived today stating that unscrupulous individuals
are sending out email that looks like spam. These emails direct you to
click on the link contained in the email such as 'click here to remove
your name' or, 'click here to unsubscribe' which will lead you to
believe that you are unsubscribing to the spam emailer.

However, when you click on the link, you will be brought to a web page
and if you do anything such as scroll down on the web site or click
anywhere within the screen of the web site, a keystroke logger will be
installed on your computer.

What this does is to confirm to the spammer that your e-mail address is valid, which will only generate more spam. More importantly, they can compromise your computer by installing malicious programs.


Even if you have an e-mail filter that blocks spam messages,
however, some get through.

Please be alert to these deceptions.

posted by Patrick 6:59 AM

I Am Thankful...

(From Gene.)

I am thankful:

For the wife
who says it's hot dogs tonight,
because she is home with me,
and not out with someone else.

For the husband
who is on the sofa
being a couch potato,
because he is home with me
and not out at the bars.

For the teenager
who is complaining about doing dishes
because that means she is at home,
not on the streets.

For the taxes
that I pay
because it means that
I am employed.

For the mess
to clean after a party
because it means that I have
been surrounded by friends.

For the clothes
that fit a little too snug
because it means
I have enough to eat.

For my shadow
that watches me work
because it means I am out in the sunshine.

For a lawn
that needs mowing,
windows that need cleaning,
and gutters that need fixing
because it means I have a home.

For all the complaining
I hear about the government
because it means that
we have freedom of speech.

For the parking spot
I find at the far end of the parking lot
because it means I am capable of walking
and that I have been
blessed with transportation.

For my huge heating bill
because it means
I am warm.

For the lady
behind me that sings off key
because it means
that I can hear.

For the pile
of laundry and ironing
because it means
I have clothes to wear.

For weariness
and aching muscles
at the end of the day
because it means
I have been
capable of working hard.

For the alarm
that goes off
in the early morning hours
because it means that I am ! Alive.

And finally.....
for too much e-mail
because it means I have
friends who are thinking of me. --

posted by Patrick 6:47 AM

A Political Poll...

(From Pamela.)

If you support the policies and character of John Kerry please drive
with your headlights on during the day on Friday.

If you support George W. Bush please drive with your headlights off
that night.

posted by Patrick 9:36 AM

No More Headaches

(From Eugene.)

A man is having terrible headaches. He can't sleep, eat, think, or do much of anything because of the pain. Several doctors examined him and couldn't determine the cause of his problem. He finally went to one of the top neurological specialists in the country who examines him and says,

"I've found the cause of the pain. Your testicles are pushing up into your spine. The constant pressure on the spine causes the headaches. The only thing I can do is perform surgery and remove your testicles."

The man is shocked to hear this but the decision is not difficult as he know he cannot stand the pain of the headaches. He has the surgery and immediately fells like a new man. The pain is completely gone and he feels like he has a new life. He is so happy he decides to buy himself a new suit. He goes to a small men's shop and tells the old tailor that he wants to buy a suit.

"Sure," says the tailor. "You're a 42 long, right?"

"Wow, how did you know?" says the man.

"Hey, I've been in this business a long time. You learn a few things" said the tailor."

The tailor brought the man a suit that fit perfectly. It looked so good that the man decided to buy a new shirt to go with it.

"16, 34, right?" said the tailor.

"Right again!" said the man. "You're amazing."

"Hey, I've been in this business a long time. You learn a few things".

The tailor brought a shirt and tie and they looked great. The man said, "Hey, let's go for broke. Give me a pair of the silk boxers too."

The tailor said, "36 right?"

"I'm disappointed," said the man. "But 2 out of 3 is still good. I wear size 34 boxers."

The tailor said, "Hey, I've been in this business for a long time and I think you need 36."

The man replied, "It's obvious you know your business but I've worn size 34 for as long as I can remember. I'm going to have to disagree with you on this one".

"Hey look," said the tailor, "I'll sell you whatever you want. But I've been in this business a long time. If you wear a size 34 it's gonna push your nuts up into your spine and give you terrible headaches."


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posted by Patrick 2:54 PM

Protect Yourself on the Internet

(From Pamela.)

Federal Bank, Thrift and Credit
Union Regulatory Agencies Provide
Brochure with Information on
Internet "Phishing"


The federal bank, thrift and credit
union agencies today announced the
publication of a brochure with
information to help consumers
identify and combat a new type of
Internet scam known as "phishing."


The term is a play on the word
"fishing," and that's exactly what
Internet thieves are doing--fishing
for confidential financial
information, such as account
numbers and passwords. With enough
information, a con artist can run
up bills on another person's credit
card or, in the worst case, even
steal that person's identity.


In a common type of phishing scam,
individuals receive e-mails that
appear to come from their financial
institution. The e-mail may look
authentic, right down to the use of
the institution's logo and
marketing slogans. The e-mails
often describe a situation that
requires immediate attention and
then warn that the account will be
terminated unless the e-mail
recipients verify their account
information immediately by clicking
on a provided link.


The link will take the e-mail
recipient to a screen that asks for
account information. While it may
appear to be a page sponsored by a
legitimate financial institution,
the information will actually go to
the con artist who sent the e-mail.


The federal financial regulatory
agencies want consumers to know
that they should never respond to
such requests. No legitimate
financial institution will ever ask
its customers to verify their
account information online.


The brochure also advises
consumers:

Never click on the link provided in
an e-mail if there is reason to
believe it is fraudulent.

The link may contain a virus.

Do not be intimidated by e-mails
that warn of dire consequences for
not following their instructions.
If there is a question about
whether the e-mail is legitimate,
go to the company's site by typing
in a site address that you know to
be legitimate.
If you fall victim to a phishing
scam, act immediately to protect
yourself by alerting your financial
institution, placing fraud alerts
on your credit files and monitoring
your account statements closely.
Report suspicious e-mails or calls
to the Federal Trade Commission
through the Internet at
www.consumer.gov/idtheft , or by
calling 1-877-IDTHEFT.


The interagency brochure is
available on each agency's web site
and financial institutions are
encouraged to download the
camera-ready file for use in their
own customer-education programs.


CONTACT:

Federal Reserve Susan Stawick 202-452-2955

FDIC David Barr 202-898-6992

NCUA Cherie Umbel 703-518-6330

OCC Kevin Mukri 202-874-5770

OTS Erin Hickman 202-906-6677

posted by Patrick 5:06 AM

What Women Are Thinking...

(From Gene.)

Behind every successful woman is herself .

A woman is like a tea bag... you don't know how strong she is until you put her
in hot water

I have yet to hear a man ask for advice on how to combine marriage and a
career.

Coffee, chocolate, men; some things are just better rich.

I’m out of estrogen and I have a gun.

Warning: I have an attitude, and I know how to use it.

Of course I don't look busy...I did it right the first time.

Do not start with me. You will not win.

All stressed out; and no one to choke.

And last but not least:

If you want breakfast in bed, sleep in the kitchen.

posted by Patrick 8:07 AM

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