Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new information-stealing malware named PupkinStealer. The malware, first identified in April 2025, steals browser credentials, messaging app sessions, and desktop files, and sends the data via Telegram’s Bot API. Despite its simplicity and use of legitimate platforms, it poses a noteworthy threat due to its effectiveness and lack of sophisticated features that would typically trigger security solutions.
Malware Defense 101 – Identifying and Removing Modern Threats
Cybersecurity threats in 2025 have become more sophisticated, with malware leveraging AI, evasion tactics, and polymorphic code. Data-stealing malware dominates, increasing by 180% in 2024.
