GitHub's Dark Side: Unveiling Malware Disguised as Cracks, Hacks, and Crypto Tools

SUMMARY :

Cybercriminals are exploiting GitHub's reputation to distribute malware, particularly targeting gamers and children. They create repositories offering game hacks, cracked software, and crypto tools, which actually contain Lumma Stealer variants. The attack chain begins with users searching for these products online, leading them to malicious GitHub repositories or YouTube videos. These repositories use social engineering tactics, including detailed descriptions, fake licenses, and instructions to disable antivirus software. The malware collects sensitive information from infected systems and transfers it to command-and-control servers. McAfee provides detection and mitigation strategies, emphasizing the importance of user education, regular software updates, and avoiding unofficial downloads.

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social engineering,lumma stealer,github,malware distribution,cybersecurity,game hacks,crypto tools,cracked software


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GitHub's Dark Side: Unveiling Malware Disguised as Cracks, Hacks, and Crypto Tools