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Localized malware takes root

Cybercriminals are increasingly crafting attacks in languages other than English and are exploiting more locally popular applications to maximize their profits, according to a new McAfee Avert Labs report released today.

Avert Labs examined global malware trends in its third "Global Threat Report". The report is based on data compiled by McAfee's international experts and examines the globalization of threats and the unique threats in different countries and regions.

"This isn't malware for the masses anymore," said Jeff Green, senior vice president, McAfee Avert Labs. "Cybercrooks have become extremely deft at learning the nuances of the local regions and creating malware specific to each country. They're not skilled just at computer programming -- they're skilled at psychology and linguistics too."

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