Fake download campaign uses trojanised installers to push monetisation software
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What happened
Criminals are offering fake versions of cracked programs, free games and tools. When people run these downloads, they secretly install extra programs that use their computer's internet connection or processing power to earn money for others. Microsoft says these extras are often installed without the user's informed consent.
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What to do
- Block the use of untrusted software sources, such as cracked software and activator sites.
- Enable potentially unwanted application protection.
- Monitor for unexpected software installations and persistence mechanisms such as scheduled tasks.
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Microsoft Security Blog