Beware the “Cheat Lab” Scam: How Redline Malware’s Sneaky New Ploy Targets Gamers and Their Pals

Get duped by “Cheat Lab” and you’ll find the real game is ‘trick your friends into malware mayhem’! Redline’s latest con? A phony cheat that unlocks with betrayal. Cyber sneakiness level: Expert.

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Well, folks, it looks like cybercriminals are now turning us into unwitting MLM agents for malware. "Cheat Lab" isn't just a game cheat; it's like that sketchy friend who always wants you to join their "exclusive" pyramid scheme, but instead of essential oils, it's your data on the line. So remember, when a cheat program tells you to share with friends for perks, it's not being generous—it's turning you into its personal Typhoid Mary of malware.

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