Unfortunately, yes. Well, in a sense.
You MAY get a virus through a hole in your email client or by opening/executing an attachment, just like you MAY get a virus through an MP3 player with a hole
in it or perhaps by clicking on a file you THOUGHT was an MP3. Computer
literacy and due diligence is required. Keep your MP3 player (and email
client) up-to-date to prevent things like this.
Various forms of malware can be hidden in a supposed MP3 file, including worms, viruses, and trojan horses. The numerous person-to-person file sharers are breeding grounds for these undesirables so it's rather important to know and become familiar with the warning signs:
•Distorted File Names
•Unusual File Sizes
•Multiple or strange file extensions (.exe)
A strong and frequently updated anti-virus program is an absolute necessity these days. A good free one can be found here. Also, make sure to scan everything you download before you run or activate it and set Windows to not hide file extensions.
For additional information, visit the Security Forum.
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