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Critical Infrastructure Protection: 'ILOVEYOU' Computer Virus Highlights Need for Improved Alert and Coordination Capabilities

T-AIMD-00-181 Published: May 18, 2000. Publicly Released: May 18, 2000.
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Pursuant to a congressional request, GAO discussed the ILOVEYOU computer virus, focusing on measures that can be taken to mitigate the effects of future attacks.

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Computer crimesComputer networksComputer securityComputer virusesComputer wormsE-mailEmergency preparednessHackersHomeland securityInformation systemsInternetLaw enforcementPrivate sector practicesTerrorismCritical infrastructure protection