Minecraft Mod Mayhem: Cheaters Get Schooled by Sneaky Malware Heist
Trojanized Minecraft cheat tools on GitHub install secret stealers that swipe credentials and crypto wallets, targeting unassuming gamers. Dubbed the Stargazers Ghost Network, these Russian-speaking malware developers have infected up to 1,500 devices. Remember, kids: Cheaters never win, but they might lose their data!
Hot Take:
***Well, it looks like the blocky world of Minecraft isn’t just about building castles and avoiding creepers anymore. Now, it’s also about dodging digital pickpockets who want to steal more than just your diamonds. Who knew entering cheat codes could lead to an actual cheat of your personal data? It’s a classic case of ‘you reap what you sow,’ but with a sinister twist. Remember, kids, the only safe way to cheat is on your diet.***
Key Points:
– Trojanized Minecraft cheat tools have been caught installing nasty stealers on player devices.
– About 500 GitHub repositories were involved, with 70 accounts giving these malicious repos 700 stars.
– The operation may have already infected up to 1,500 devices.
– The malware operation is linked to the Stargazers Ghost Network, believed to be Russian-speaking developers.
– The final payload targets a wide range of sensitive data, including credentials, crypto wallets, and account tokens.