Cities: Skylines game players use mods to make it more fun. At this point malicious code content was detected in several popular mods. This was also learned by publisher Paradox Interactive. As such, Paradox Interactive warned players about the situation.
A hidden autoloader is stated to be bundled in all redesigned patches by a mod maker called Chaos. In mods, besides downloading, the situation also affected other mods that Chaos did not. Thus, 35,000 unwittingly using mods suffered from the situation.
Malicious code found in some mods
In a post, it was announced that all mods signed by Chaos and Holy Water contain malicious code. It is stated that these mods are the most well-known and downloaded in the game. A few of the mods have been removed from the game. The Steam Workshop and the author’s account are also currently suspended.
Recommendation to players on Cities Skylines
In a different post on Cities: Skylines, players were advised:
“As soon as possible , we recommend that you unsubscribe from all items published by this author and that you do not subscribe to, download or install any mods from any source that will be published in the future by this person.
It has been announced that Valve has banned Chaos and all known sub-accounts. Users are currently worried that Chaos may return again from different platforms. This means that one can redistribute the mod from places like Github. After all, this place does not have a verification system through any third party.
What do you guys think about this problem that appeared in Cities: Skylines? Don’t forget to mention your ideas in the comments section!
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