On October 31 of 2005, users discovered that Sony BMG distributed hazardous software on their copy-protected CDs called a Root Kit.
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- The Register: First Trojan using Sony DRM spotted Article by John Leyden covers the virus related security implications of the root kits.
- Schneier on Security: "Sony's DRM Rootkit: The Real Story" Opinions by Bruce Schneier on Sony's "hubris" and non-disclosure.
- PC World: Sony Uncloaks Hidden DRM Code Article by Robert McMillan discussing the official release of a patch.