Comments on: Security firm justifies virus writer's job

SecurePoint says the alleged Sasser author was "just an immature boy with mindless intent" who wants to make amends.

[Not Bugged]

They are just like the writer of those viruses

They have done something foolish and having been caught in that foolish act they're trying to justify their actions.

Hiring the writers of viruses for any high tech job is simply wrong.

As for his "being sorry" it's obvious they've never talked to a criminal prosecutor who'll tell you that it's only the rare criminal who's proud of their accomplishment while talking to those who can have an effect on their future but it's also common for those "repentant" people to brag to their fellow inmates.

[Tex Murphy PI]

Let him get the job!

And garnish his entire wages to pay back the cost of his damned virus! That may not be enough to compensate for the damage he's caused, but if he's serious about making ammends for his indiscretion, he should do the right thing.

But, he won't.

[volterwd]

Im not buying their product...

Because its a 50 50 chance it will contain viruses