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NIKKE PC game launcher hacked to spread data-stealing malware

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The developers of NIKKE confirmed that attackers modified the game's PC launcher scripts in a supply-chain attack. The malware distributed through the launcher can steal credentials and cryptocurrency wallet data, and the article reports it can also provide remote access.

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What to do

  1. Check whether the NIKKE PC launcher has been run on your devices.
  2. Treat any credentials and cryptocurrency wallets on an affected device as potentially exposed and secure them.

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