Cybercriminal Campaign Spreads Infostealers, Highlighting Risks to Web3 Gaming

Insikt Group examines a large-scale Russian-language cybercrime operation using fake Web3 gaming initiatives to distribute malware designed to steal information from both macOS and Windows users. These Web3 games, which are based on blockchain technology, offer the potential for financial gains through cryptocurrency earnings.

Web of Deceit: The Rise of Imitation Web3 Gaming Scams and Malware Infections

The campaign involves creating imitation Web3 gaming projects with slight name and branding modifications to appear legitimate, along with fake social media accounts …

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