Endgame Gear mouse config tool infected users with malware

Endgame Gear mouse config tool infected users with malware

Endgame Gear’s configuration tool for the OP1w 4k v2 mouse was found to be infected with malware during a specific period, affecting users who downloaded it from the official website. The malware, identified as the XRed backdoor, poses serious threats including keylogging and data exfiltration. #XRed #EndgameGear

Keypoints

  • Endgame Gear detected malware in its configuration tool for a limited period in 2025.
  • Infected files had a larger size and displayed suspicious file properties compared to legitimate versions.
  • The malware family was identified as the XRed backdoor, capable of keylogging and remote access.
  • Users who downloaded the infected file are advised to delete related files and run system scans.
  • Endgame Gear plans to implement SHA hash verification and digital signatures to improve file security.

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