Cybercriminals are using a fake GTA 6 ISO to lure eager fans into installing a bundle of old but dangerous malware, including RATs, an infostealer, and destructive ransomware. Huntress found that the fake installer hides the payload while suggesting Russian-speaking users may be among the intended targets, and Windows Defender should detect the threat. #GrandTheftAutoVI #GTA6 #Huntress #NJRAT #DCRAT #MercurialGrabber #Chaos #YandexBrowser #ASHAHAckerTeam
Keypoints
- Threat actors are disguising malware as a leaked GTA 6 installer.
- The fake ISO uses a bundled installer to hide malicious activity.
- The payload includes NJRAT, DCRAT, Mercurial Grabber, and Chaos ransomware.
- Chaos is used as a wiper, destroying files and disabling recovery options.
- Huntress says updated Windows Defender should detect and block the malware.
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