Crypto Theft Hides In Plain Sight Inside Popular Game Mods—Kaspersky
Kaspersky warns of a new infostealer malware called "Stealka" distributed through fake video game mods and cracked software, primarily targeting Windows users. Disguised as cheats or utility cracks for popular titles like Roblox or Microsoft Visio, the malware is hosted on platforms like GitHub and Google Sites to appear legitimate. Once executed, Stealka steals browser data, saved passwords, and cryptocurrency wallet information—targeting over 115 browser extensions including MetaMask, Binance Wallet, and Coinbase. It collects private keys, seed phrases, and autofill data, enabling account takeovers and further malicious spread. Detected initially in Russia, Turkey, Brazil, Germany, and India, the malware is sometimes bundled with cryptomining code. Users are advised to avoid unofficial software, use antivirus tools, enable two-factor authentication, and verify file checksums before installation.
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