Researchers have discovered a new functional backdoor malware, which uses Telegram as its command-and-control (C2) channel. The malware functions as a backdoor performing an initial self-installation process, monitors channels for incoming commands and supports four commands for executing various actions, three of which have been fully implemented. The malware’s use of cloud applications like Telegram complicates detection efforts, posing a significant challenge for cybersecurity defenders.

Valve removes PirateFi, a free Steam game that was laced with infostealing malware | Technology News
Steam’s gaming platform recently saw the infostealing malware Vidar embedded in PirateFi, a Minecraft-like survival game downloaded by nearly 1,500 users. To remove the malware,