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Hackers Disrupt HBO Max Reddit Account to Spread ClickFix Malware

In a shocking security breach, hackers hijacked the verified HBO Max Reddit account, flooding the platform with 108 malicious ads over 48 hours that spread ClickFix malware and info-stealing viruses. The attackers used a clever social engineering tactic, tricking users into downloading malware by promising a native macOS HBO Max app.

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Australia Warns of ClickFix Malware Attacks Spreading Vidar Stealer

Beware of ClickFix malware attacks that trick you into executing commands, allowing hackers to bypass security and steal your info. The Australian Cyber Security Center has warned of a new campaign using WordPress-hosted sites to spread the Vidar Stealer malware.

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