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  Logic bomb - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A logic bomb is a piece of code intentionally inserted into a software system that will set off a malicious function when specified conditions are met.
In February 2000, Tony Xiaotong was indicted before a grand jury accused of planting a logic bomb during his employment as a programmer and securities trader at Deutsche Morgan Grenfell.
In June 2006 Roger Duronio, a disgruntled systems administrator for UBS PaineWebber was charged with using a "logic bomb" to damage the company's computer network, and with securities fraud for his failed plan to drive down the company's stock with activation of the logic bomb.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Logic_bomb   (411 words)

  
 What is a logic bomb?
A logic bomb is a program, or portion of a program, which lies dormant until a specific piece of program logic is activated.
A logic bomb can also be programmed to activate on a wide variety of other variables, such as when a database grows past a certain size or a users home directory is deleted.
The system administrator meant for the logic bomb to explode if he was fired; he did not forsee that he would be hit by a bus.
www.hackfaq.org /computers/logic-bomb.shtml   (466 words)

  
 Information Security Glossary - Logic bomb   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Also known as Slag Code and commonly associated with Disgruntled Employee Syndrome, a Logic Bomb is a piece of program code buried within another program, designed to perform some malicious act.
If the programmers name is suddenly removed (by virtue of having been fired) the Logic Bomb will activate another piece of code to Slag (destroy) vital files on the organisation's system.
Logic Bombs demonstrate clearly the critical need for audit trails of activity on the system as well as strict segregation of duties and access rights between those staff who create systems - analysts, developers, programmers, - and the operations staff who actually run the system on a day-to-day basis.
www.yourwindow.to /information-security/gl_logicbomb.htm   (299 words)

  
 Logic Bomb
This bomb virus is usually transmitted through a Trojan Horse method, in which the user is unknowingly infecting the computers memory with a virus by opening an unreliable program and detonating the bomb or destructive program.
The Logic Bomb usually has the same results as a bomb, however it is designed differently.
The harmless Logic Bomb virus can be something as simple as an expiration date for trial software that deletes the software after a certain date or a specific number of uses.
polaris.umuc.edu /~bhill/bomb.html   (212 words)

  
 Computer Logic Bomb Incidents
This was quite a feat on the company's part because the logic bombs activated on about 1,000 of its nearly 1,500 computers and the malicious programs did actually delete files.
These days, newer forms of malicious programming, such as viruses and worms, tend to vie for our attention, but the logic bomb, dormant code that is later activated or triggered by specific circumstances, is one of the oldest forms of computer attack, dating back to mainframe days.
Burleson was caught after investigators went back through several years' worth of system files and found that, two years before he was fired, Burleson had planted a logic bomb that lay dormant until he triggered it on the day of his dismissal.
www.cheycobb.com /logic_bombs.html   (722 words)

  
 logic   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
This involves the formalisation of logical arguments and proofs in terms of symbols representing propositions and logical connectives.
Predicate logic extends this with existential and universal quantifiers and symbols standing for predicates which may depend on variables.
In symbolic logic, arguments and proofs are made in terms of symbols representing propositions and logical connectives.
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 Logic bombs, Part 1
A logic bomb is a program which has deliberately been written or modified to produce results when certain conditions are met that are unexpected and unauthorized by legitimate users or owners of the software.
Logic bombs may reside within stand-alone programs or they may be part of worms (programs that hide their existence and spread copies of themselves within a computer system and through networks) or viruses (programs or code segments which hide within other programs and spread copies of themselves).
An example of a logic bomb is any program that mysteriously stops working three months after, say, its programmer's name has disappeared from the corporate salary database.
www.networkworld.com /newsletters/sec/2002/01514405.html   (887 words)

  
 Logic Bomb - Free Software Downloads and Software Reviews - Download.com
Logic Bomb is the classic game of Minesweeper remade with modern graphics and enhanced game play.
The puzzle consists of a number of logic bombs hidden in a network of cubes.
The object is to figure out where the logic bombs are located as quickly as possible without exploding any of them.
www.download.com /Logic-Bomb/3000-2292_4-10413081.html   (176 words)

  
 J!NX Forums - logic bomb archives
I assumed a logic bomb was a program that basically was "uncontagious" and could carry out specific commands/actions as requested.
Slag code otherwise known as logic bombs, are code inserted surreptitiously or intentionally, that is designed to execute under circumstances like after a certain amount of time or the failure of a a program user to respond to a program command.
Now, if you want a presdesigned logic bomb, which is usually for changing objects immediately, I would suggest looking up automation process's like AutoIt, and tell it to do commands, and get it to execute whatever it needs to.
www.jinx.com /forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=43777   (845 words)

  
 GLOSSARY L   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
LOGIC BOMB - Computer code which is surreptitiously inserted into an application or operating system (OS) that performs some destructive or security-compromising activity whenever specified conditions are met.
A logic bomb, when "exploded," may display or print a spurious message, delete or corrupt data, or have other undesirable effects.
NOTE: A logic bomb is in effect a delayed-action VIRUS or TROJAN HORSE.
www.sew-lexicon.com /gloss_l.htm   (4562 words)

  
 Logic Bomb - Antionline Forums - Maximum Security for a Connected World
So-called logic bombs are pieces of software code buried within another program and are designed to disrupt computer systems.
The logic bomb he allegedly constructed from November 2001 until February of this year was activated on March 4, U.S. Attorney Christopher Christie said in a statement.
Duronio's logic bomb, the government charged, deleted files and led to $3 million in costs for PaineWebber to assess and repair the damage.
www.antionline.com /showthread.php?s=&threadid=236520   (637 words)

  
 What is logic bomb? - A Word Definition From the Webopedia Computer Dictionary
Also called slag code, programming code added to the software of an application or operating system that lies dormant until a predetermined period of time (i.e., a period of latency) or event occurs, triggering the code into action.
Logic bombs typically are malicious in intent, acting in the same ways as a virus or Trojan horse once activated.
In fact, viruses that are set to be released at a certain time are considered logic bombs.
www.webopedia.com /TERM/L/logic_bomb.html   (150 words)

  
 logic bomb - a Whatis.com definition
In a computer program, a logic bomb, also called slag code, is programming code, inserted surreptitiously or intentionally, that is designed to execute (or "explode") under circumstances such as the lapse of a certain amount of time or the failure of a a program user to respond to a program command.
Some logic bombs can be detected and eliminated before they execute through a periodic scan of all computer files, including compressed files, with an up-to-date
The Information Security Glossary describes logic bombs that can be created by disgruntled employees.
searchwebservices.techtarget.com /gDefinition/0,294236,sid14_gci815177,00.html   (247 words)

  
 Logic bomb
An error in the logic of a software program routine that results in the destruction of the data.
Unlike a virus, logic bombs do their damage right away, then stop.
Also, logic bombs are unintentional and can be the result of a simple corrupt file.
www.computerhope.com /jargon/l/logibomb.htm   (81 words)

  
 Logic Bomb (band) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Further information might be found on the talk page or at requests for expansion.
Logic Bomb are Jonas Pettersson and Johan Krafft, a psychedelic trance project from Sweden.
They are currently working on their third album, scheduled to be released in March 2007 on Solstice Records.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Logic_Bomb_(band)   (122 words)

  
 Disgruntled UBS PaineWebber Employee Chardge with Allegedly Unleashing "Logic Bomb" on Company Computers
The Indictment alleges that Duronio, who worked at PaineWebber’s offices in Weehawken, N.J., planted the logic bomb in some 1,000 of PaineWebber’s approximately 1,500 networked computers in branch offices around the country.
The logic bomb Duronio allegedly planted was activated on March 4, 2002.
In anticipation that the stock price of UBS PaineWebber’s parent company, UBS, A.G., would decline in response to damage caused by the logic bomb, Duronio also purchased more than $21,000 of “put option” contracts for UBS, A.G.’s stock, according to the charging document.
www.usdoj.gov /criminal/cybercrime/duronioIndict.htm   (710 words)

  
 Logic Bomb - Glossary
A logic bomb is a section of code embedded within a program that is intended to cripple the system it is on.
In some cases, the bomb is activated by the creator and in other scenarios the program is executed when the creator does not "check in" and turn off the bomb at regular intervals.
Because of the programming knowledge and access rights needed to execute a logic bomb, this is primarily a threat from information technology employees.
www.csoonline.com /glossary/term.cfm?ID=1103   (187 words)

  
 SIGHTINGS
Not since the advent of nuclear bombs half a century ago has the world confronted weapons with such potential for altering the way in which warfare is waged.
Already secret army research departments in Russia and America are racing to perfect "logic bombs" and computer viruses designed to create havoc in an enemy country by destroying computer networks controlling weapons systems, financial transactions and even traffic.
As alarm spreads, "logic bombs" disable the financial system, disrupting money transfers and causing stocks to plunge on world exchanges.
www.rense.com /ufo2/logicbomb.htm   (802 words)

  
 Computer Knowledge - Logic Bombs
A logic bomb will lie dormant until triggered by some event.
When the logic bomb is triggered, it will usually do something unpleasant.
Although you can detect it after the fact, there is unfortunately no way to prevent a well written logic bomb from damaging your system.
www.cknow.com /vtutor/LogicBombs.html   (356 words)

  
 'Logic Bomb' Trial - Source Code Found At Home :: Business News :: Here Is The City News :: The Latest Business & ...
Lawyers for Roger Duronio, the former UBS IT man accused of planting a 'logic bomb' in part of the bank's IT network which caused millions of dollars to try and put right, tried a number of avenues last week to suggest that their man was innocent.
He is accused of planting the 'logic bomb', hoping to cause havoc and the UBS stock price to fall.
The 'bomb' is said to have taken out over 2,000 servers, including UBS's host server in New Jersey, and branch servers in around 370 offices all over the United States.
news.hereisthecity.com /news/business_news/5680.cntns   (635 words)

  
 Computer Viruses, Trojan Horses and Logic Bombs Prototype (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.tamu.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
A logic bomb is computer instruction that codes for a malicious act when certain criteria are met, such as a specified time in a computer's internal clock or a particular action, such as deletion of a program or file.
Each of these different types of code provide no benefit whatsoever, and are clearly the efforts of individuals (malicious hackers) whose primary interest is random harassment of individuals they will never encounter or know.
There are a number of ways to minimize potential for obtaining computer viruses, Trojan horses and logic bombs.
www.uni.uiuc.edu.cob-web.org:8888 /~dstone/viruses.html   (1270 words)

  
 Free bomb games download
Good reflexes, sharp wit, playing experience are needed to aid the hero collecting all bombs on the screen to get access to the next stage.
Developed in the great traditions of logic games, Dangerous Activity 3D will be a hit with lovers of this genre.
The aim is to use available objects such as rocket, bomb, reflectors, launchers) to clear your way to the exit.
www.gamelinkage.com /game/bomb   (1108 words)

  
 Finextra: Disgruntled UBS IT worker accused of unleashing 'logic bomb'
Disgruntled UBS IT worker accused of unleashing 'logic bomb'
A US court has heard how a former IT worker for UBS allegedly unleashed a 'logic bomb' computer virus on the bank's network because he was unhappy with his bonus payment.
Duronio is charged with securities fraud, which carries a maximum penalty of 10 years and a $1 million fine, and computer fraud which carries a maximum prison sentence of 10 years and a fine of $250,000, or two times the gain made by the defendant or the loss suffered by the victim.
www.finextra.com /fullstory.asp?id=15420   (418 words)

  
 Psyshop: TIP.WORLD: Logic Bomb - Unlimited (CD)
Logic Bomb have really come up trumps with this, their much awaited and eagerly anticipated,...
The album is kind of one collective highlight but probably the real 'jewel in the crown' is 'Neighbour of the Beast'.
Other key tracks are Unlimited (the current single), Marauder (a new killer), High Density (for the peak -time madness), Normalised (for the Blissed-Out calmness) and Drop By Anytime (another hot newy that ends the album in an epic fashion).
www.psyshop.com /shop/CDs/tip/tip1cd019.html   (83 words)

  
 Wanted: your Game Logic questions! - Eidos Forums
This way it will be possible for people to use lots of little answers by 'stitching' them together to make more complex logic sequences.
Highlight Bomb switch Activated so that two white dots appear on either side of it.
I've added a new logic operation to tell the timer to stop counting when the switch is activated.
forums.eidosgames.com /showthread.php?threadid=7893   (2275 words)

  
 What is logic bomb? - a definition from Whatis.com - see also: slag code
- In a computer program, a logic bomb, also called slag code, is programming code, inserted surreptitiously or intentionally, that is designed to execute (or "explode") under circumstances such as the lapse of a certain amount of time or the failure of a a program user to respond to a program command.
A logic bomb, when "exploded," may be designed to display or print a spurious message, delete or corrupt data, or have other undesirable effects.
Unfortunately, even this precaution does not guarantee 100-percent system immunity.
searchsecurity.techtarget.com /sDefinition/0,,sid14_gci815177,00.html   (303 words)

  
 --logic bomb – Music at Last.fm
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 Duronio Logic Bomb Trial Begins
Duronio faces federal charges in his trial, including charges of securities fraud and computer sabotage, and could be looking at 30 years in jail, $1 million in fines, and restitution to UBS for its recovery expenses.
A lengthy jail term would essentially be a life sentence for the 63-year-old Duronio, who has been accused of planting a logic bomb in UBS that would cripple the company.
He quit his job on March 4th, anticipating the logic bomb's effects would cause a substantial drop in the UBS stock price.
www.securitypronews.com /2006/0608.html   (800 words)

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