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- SpaceRef.com reported that the virus was a W32.Gammima.AG wormWired: Virus Infects Space Station Laptops (Again) (August 26, 2008)
- It was not reported exactly how or when the laptops became infected, but an investigation is underwayBBC News: Computer viruses make it to orbit (August 27, 2008)
- NASA officials described the virus as a "nuisance" and said that none of the computers used for vital processes aboard the station have been infectedWired: Virus Infects Space Station Laptops (Again) (August 26, 2008)
- The astronaut's laptops reportedly are not outfitted with anti-virus programsBBC News: Computer viruses make it to orbit (August 27, 2008)
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"This is not the first time we have had a worm or a virus. It's not a frequent occurrence, but this isn't the first time."—NASA spokesperson Kelly HumphriesWired: Virus Infects Space Station Laptops (Again) (August 26, 2008) -
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