Tag: minecraft
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WeedHack Malware Persists, Adapts After Infrastructure Takedown
Even after its infrastructure was taken down, the sneaky WeedHack malware managed to adapt and persist, continuing to infect Minecraft players with its malicious code. McAfee researchers tracked over 6,300 attempts to access the malware in August, showing its resilience as a malware-as-a-service operation.
Malware Spreads via Fake Minecraft Clients Using SEO Poisoning
Malware is sneaking its way into gamers' computers through fake Minecraft clients, using clever tricks like search engine manipulation and spreading malicious links on popular platforms like Discord and YouTube. Over 6,300 attempts to access these malicious sites have already been blocked by McAfee Labs.
Malware Campaigns Target Gamers, 86K Infected by CountLoader
A shocking 86,000 gamers have fallen victim to CountLoader, a sneaky malware campaign that's been targeting players since January 2026, and the masterminds behind it are making it easy for others to join the malicious party with their free, user-friendly malware service.
WeedHack Malware Targets 116,000 Minecraft Systems Worldwide
Over 116,000 Minecraft systems worldwide have fallen victim to the WeedHack malware campaign since January, with an alarming rate of 2,000 to 3,000 infections daily. This massive operation has spread its reach across the US, Germany, India, and the UK, affecting a staggering number of users.
WeedHack Malware Infects 116,000 Minecraft Systems Worldwide
A massive malware campaign, dubbed WeedHack, has infected a staggering 116,464 Minecraft systems worldwide since January, with a whopping 2,000 to 3,000 new infections occurring daily. The widespread attack has hit the US, Germany, India, and the UK the hardest.
LofyGang Revives With Minecraft-Focused LofyStealer Campaign
Meet LofyGang, a notorious threat actor that's back in the game with a sneaky new campaign called LofyStealer, targeting Minecraft fans with malware disguised as a hack called 'Slinky'. This Brazil-based group has a history of infiltrating gaming communities and digital entertainment services.