Godot Gaming Engine’s Malware Mix-Up: When Game Development Becomes a Cyber Playground!
Check Point Research reports a new cyber-attack using the Godot Gaming Engine, where “GodLoader” malware bypasses antivirus systems, infecting over 17,000 devices. Malicious actors exploit Godot’s GDScript to sneak malware into .pck files. Note to users: download games, not cyber headaches, from trusted sources!
Hot Take:
Who knew that gaming engines could be a hacker’s new playground? Godot, known for its ability to create epic games, has now accidentally become a stage for cybercriminals. It’s like finding out your favorite superhero has a villainous alter ego – disappointing yet intriguing. The real plot twist? The malware’s undetectable escape from antivirus radars. Sherlock, we need your cyber-detective skills!
Key Points:
- Godot Gaming Engine is being exploited by cybercriminals to deploy undetectable malware.
- “GodLoader” uses malicious GDScript code to bypass antivirus software.
- 17,000 devices have been infected since June 2024.
- GodLoader malware distribution occurred via the Stargazers Ghost Network and GitHub repositories.
- Potential risks include infection of legitimate Godot-developed games and evolving evasion tactics.
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