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.