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SlippyNunchucks hijacks Sogou Input Method brand promotion to spread malware

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Researchers at found a group of attackers who redirect internet traffic from the app on Windows to deliver malicious software. The app's insecure web connections make this possible, so users may receive harmful files instead of genuine content.

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  1. Check whether Sogou Input Method is installed on Windows devices.

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  1. Wed 4 NovemberSlippyNunchucks hijacks Sogou Input Method’s brand promotion mechanism to distribute malwareESET WeLiveSecurity

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