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We discovered fake installers impersonating popular software including ChatGPT, Claude, AutoTune, and Kontakt on GitHub and SourceForge distributing a Deno backdoor known as DinDoor. Attackers are using compromised YouTube channels to distribute links to the malicious software.

Bad news: cybercriminals are abusing Adobe infrastructure in a phishing campaign that appears to be a business inquiry via LinkedIn, but is actually a password stealer. Good news: Malwarebytes Browser Guard stops the scam before it starts. Check out our research.

Signal users are being targeted in a new phishing campaign. Cybercriminals are impersonating Signal Support to steal backup recovery keys, giving them access to every message the victim has ever sent. Read the latest.👇

Our latest threat intelligence uncovered a convincing fake website impersonating OpenAI’s ChatGPT download page and infecting visitors with malware designed to steal passwords, browser data, cryptocurrency wallets, and other sensitive information. The fake website closely mimics the real ChatGPT download experience and offers what appear to be official desktop apps for both Windows and macOS. Instead, Windows users receive a credential-stealing malware loader, while Mac users get Odyssey Stealer, a fork of Atomic Stealer (AMOS). Read our research including IOCs.

World Cup scammers have been preparing for this moment just like the 48 teams have. Except their playbook includes fake crypto coins, phishing sites disguised as FIFA pages, and fraudulent ticket sales. Malwarebytes Global Head of Scam and AI Research Shahak Shalev shares what scams fans are facing and tips to keep you and your data safe while enjoying the World Cup in PCMag

“It’s not a Nigerian prince anymore. It’s a look-alike site for REI or eBay or any one of those known, reputable brands.” AI-powered scams are no longer a future threat. They’re here, and they’re getting more convincing every day. From cloned voices and deepfake video calls to highly personalized phishing messages, scammers are using AI to spread deception faster than ever before. Families, employees, older adults, and businesses are all increasingly vulnerable to manipulation at scale. Americans lost billions to cybercrime and online scams last year alone, with AI helping fraudsters create scams that are harder to detect and easier to trust. But while scammers are evolving, so too are our tools designed to stop them. Malwarebytes' Head of Consumer Business Mark Beare recently sat down to share his insights on how to protect yourself from AI scams with The New York Times.

A group of Malwarenauts spent the day volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, building and decorating playhouses for local children facing life altering challenges. It was hands on, meaningful, and a reminder that strong communities are built the same way great teams are: together. Proud to give back alongside a team that cares deeply about making a difference. 💙

Spyware doesn’t just steal passwords. Some malicious apps try to access webcams to secretly spy on victims or capture sensitive information. Webcam Monitoring in Malwarebytes for Windows alerts you if a program tries to access your camera, so you can allow trusted programs to continue or take action to remove suspicious software.

Tom's Guide recognized Malwarebytes Scam Guard in its AI Awards 2026 for helping people stay one step ahead of scammers. As AI-powered scams become more sophisticated, Scam Guard helps people quickly identify suspicious texts, emails, links, and messages before they become costly mistakes. By combining AI with Malwarebytes’ trusted threat intelligence, Scam Guard gives people an easy, accessible way to stay safer online. This recognition highlights the growing importance of scam protection in a world where digital scams are evolving fast. Read more. https://lnkd.in/ganE8sKN