Kaspersky researchers discovered the spread of malware targeting common web browsers such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge and Opera. The spread files contain many different types of malware that are widely used and steal user data. The software, which is spread in the form of a RAR archive, is shared on YouTube in a very interesting way.
The malware spreads via YouTube with videos of games like FIFA, Final Fantasy, Forza Horizon, Lego Star Wars and Spider-Man. In YouTube game videos, methods are used to attract the attention of the players to make the viewer download files containing malware.
User data stolen with gameplay videos
Malware hosts many malicious things such as viruses, spyware, adware and ransomware developed to steal users’ data and damage computer systems. In a method discovered by Kaspersky cybersecurity experts, the distribution methods of these software are carried out in a way that can easily fool players.
Experts discovered that the malware spread through files such as in-game tutorials, cheats, and cracks from gameplay videos shared on YouTube. These RAR files shared in the videos of very well-known games easily steal users’ data.
User data as well as crypto wallets are at risk
In the report shared by experts, in addition to stealing user data, malware packages shared in YouTube gaming videos also contain software that compromises users’ crypto wallets. Also, the report revealed that the malware package contains three malicious executables named “download.exe”, “upload.exe” and “MakiseKurisu.exe” and is an information stealer that aims to retrieve browsers’ cookies to store them locally.
Kaspersky research revealed a 13% increase in malware attacks compared to the first half of 2021. The research revealed that there were close to 384,000 users who fell victim to malware attacks between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022.
Experts warn users not to click on any link shared from channels they do not trust.
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