Google has removed thousands of YouTube videos spreading password-stealing malware disguised as cracked software and game cheats. The “YouTube Ghost Network” used fake accounts and engagement tactics to make malicious content appear trustworthy, delivering infostealers to unsuspecting viewers. #Rhadamanthys #Lumma
Keypoints
- The “YouTube Ghost Network” hijacked legitimate accounts to distribute malware disguised as helpful tutorials.
- Over 3,000 malicious videos were removed after a collaborative effort with Google to dismantle the operation.
- The campaign relied on fake engagement, including likes, comments, and community posts, to build trust.
- Victims were instructed to disable antivirus software and download malware-laden archives from cloud storage services.
- The operation targeted cracked software, gaming cheats, and cryptocurrency users, evolving the malware distribution landscape.
Read More: https://www.theregister.com/2025/10/23/youtube_ghost_network_malware/