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Sony settles 'rootkit' class action lawsuit

The record label agrees to offer U.S. customers money and free downloads to encourage them to replace CDs that secretly install software.

FAQ: Sony's 'rootkit' CDs

Copy protection on music discs could help hide viruses on a PC. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself.

Sony recalls risky 'rootkit' CDs

Record label Sony BMG Music Entertainment said on Tuesday that it will recall millions of CDs that, if played in a consumer's PC disc drive, will expose the computer to serious security risks.

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