Fake Ebola email advisory from hackers disguising as WHO spreads malware

Another reason not to look at questionable sources when seeking fact on Ebola - some hackers have been exploiting people's fears about the virus to send fake emails, supposedly coming from the World Health Organization (WHO), that will automatically download an attachment that gives hacker access to the computers microphone, camera and can record all keystrokes and websites visited - giving unlimited access to passwords and credit card information that may be keyed in.

The spam containing the malware was identified by the cyber-security firm, Trustwave's SpiderLabs. The company released details of how the email is used to attack victims.