Cybersecurity

Threat Actors Deliver Malware via YouTube Video Game Cracks  | Proofpoint US

Key takeaways  Proofpoint identified multiple YouTube channels distributing malware by promoting cracked and pirated video games and related content.  The video descriptions include links leading to the download of information stealers.  The activity likely targets consumer users who do not have the benefits of enterprise-grade security on their home computers.  Overview  Threat actors often target […]

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Beware! YouTube Videos Promoting Cracked Software Distribute Lumma Stealer

Jan 09, 2024NewsroomMalware / Cyber Threat Threat actors are resorting to YouTube videos featuring content related to cracked software in order to entice users into downloading an information stealer malware called Lumma. “These YouTube videos typically feature content related to cracked applications, presenting users with similar installation guides and incorporating malicious URLs often shortened using […]

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Why Stream-Jacking is Taking Over YouTube: A Comprehensive Analysis | Cyware Hacker News

In the era of digital content, YouTube stands out as one of the primary platforms for video streaming. However, with its massive popularity comes an equally massive scope for cybercrime activities. Stream-jacking attacks on YouTube have surged in recent times, with malefactors focusing on high-profile channels to spread their deceptive narratives. Diving into Details Stream-jacking […]