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Fake Minecraft Clients Spread WeedHack Malware on Windows to Steal Passwords
Fake Minecraft clients are delivering WeedHack malware that steals gaming sessions, browser passwords, crypto wallets and personal files from infected Windows systems.
Fake Zoom Installer Targets Mac and Windows With Overlord RAT
A fake Zoom installer delivers Overlord RAT to macOS and Windows devices while installing the genuine Zoom app to make the infection appear legitimate to users.
OctLurk and SilkLurk Windows Backdoors Target Governments in 6 Countries
Kaspersky links OctLurk and SilkLurk to cyberespionage attacks stealing passwords, emails and files from government systems in six countries since January 2025.
New Dolphin X Malware Uses AI Profiler to Rank High-Value Victims
Dolphin X malware targets more than 300 apps and includes an AI Profiler that scores infected Windows PCs to help criminals identify high-value victims quickly.
New TrickBot Variant Spotted Using DNS to Control Infected Windows PCs
Fortinet has found a new TrickBot variant hiding commands in DNS traffic and using scheduled tasks and added modules to maintain access on infected Windows PCs.
LG Monitors Spotted Installing Adware-Like App on Windows PCs
Connecting certain LG monitors prompts Windows Update to install an LG app without consent, while the software runs at startup and displays McAfee trial adverts.
OkoBot Malware Uses ClickFix, Hidden Browser Extensions to Steal Crypto Data
Kaspersky says OkoBot targets crypto users through fake software, stealing wallet files, seed phrases and passwords while recording activity inside wallet apps.
Microsoft Warns of GigaWiper Backdoor Built to Destroy Windows PCs
Microsoft details GigaWiper, a destructive Windows backdoor that can wipe disks, encrypt files and give attackers remote access to compromised systems globally.
Fake npm Packages Impersonate PostCSS Tool to Steal Chrome Passwords
JFrog warns of malicious npm packages that mimic PostCSS tooling, drop a Windows RAT, and target Chrome-stored passwords through a staged infection setup route.
MacBook Neo vs Windows Laptops for Cybersecurity Tasks
There is no one-size-fits-all cybersecurity laptop. We’ll examine real-world work scenarios, tool compatibility, and trade-offs that impact a security professional’s day-to-day work.