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New GitHub Scam Uses Fake “Mods” and “Cracks” to Steal User Data

GitHub repositories pretending to be game mods and cracked software were found to be distributing malware. The campaign used over 1,100 repositories to spread variants of the Redox stealer malware, designed to exfiltrate sensitive data including cryptocurrency keys, browser cookies, and gaming credentials. The malware employed techniques such as IP tracking, algorithmic repository generation, and binary obfuscation to evade detection. Despite some users reporting malicious activity, the campaign was largely successful.

Source: gbhackers.com –

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