ESET: Chinese Adware Opens Windows Systems to More Threats

Category: Cybersecurity

Malware disguised as an ad-blocking tool targeted at Chinese-speaking users collects system information and allows privilege escalation in Windows. Researchers from ESET discovered that the HotPage installer, signed by Microsoft, has capabilities beyond adware, including injecting code into browser processes and altering web traffic. The malware exploits trust in security models and highlights vulnerabilities in the software distribution process.

Keywords: Malware, Cybersecurity, Adware

Source: Security Boulevard

Update At: 7/19/2024

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