A batch of virus e-mails disguised as e-cards has recently been sent to Olivet e-mail accounts. Several variations exist including notices from Hallmark, American Greetings, Dayspring, and a few others. Here is a sample of what one of these may look like:

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SUBJECT: You've received A Hallmark E-Card!

MESSAGE BODY:

Hello!

You have received a Hallmark E-Card from your friend.

To see it, check the attachment.

There's something special about that E-Card feeling. We invite you to make a friend's day and send one.

Hope to see you soon,
Your friends at Hallmark

ATTACHMENT: ecard.zip

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We have taken measures to contain the virus and keep it from spreading. First, we are blocking e-card e-mails, regardless of whether they're legitimate or not. Second, we are blocking communication on certain network ports and have locked down certain file directories on University-owned computers. As a result, you may experience any of the following:

Please note that this is only temporary and things will be returned to normal after this situation has been resolved. Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation.

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