Acreed malware is rapidly gaining popularity in the Russian cybercriminal market, poised to replace Lumma as the leading infostealer after Lumma’s disruption. This emerging threat targets Windows systems, stealing sensitive data such as login credentials and browser cookies, amid a thriving market for stolen information. #Acreed #Lumma #infostealer
Keypoints
- Acreed has emerged as a prominent infostealer in Russia, surpassing most competitors except Lumma.
- The takedown of Lumma by international law enforcement created an opportunity for Acreed to expand.
- Lumma targeted various sectors including airlines, hospitals, government, and banks before its disruption.
- Acreed primarily targets Windows systems and extracts data like credentials, cookies, and cryptocurrency wallets.
- The Russian infostealer market remains active, with stolen data sold for as low as $2 per log.
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