Kaspersky finds 1,200 versions of ‘Steam stealer’ malware

[omidomi]

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http://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/kapersky-finds-1200-versions-steam-stealer-malware/

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Over the past decade, Steam has become the go-to storefront for many PC gamers looking to expand their libraries. However, with its massive user base, the service has become a target for criminals — and new information from Kaspersky suggests that the tools these wrongdoers are using are becoming more sophisticated.

A new piece of malware, thought to originate in Russia, is being implemented to gain unlawful access to Steam accounts, according to a report from Hexus. Various different versions of this “Steam stealer” exploit are being shopped around the dark corners of the Internet, with prices apparently starting at around $30.

The malware uses two main forms of attack to target users. It can be distributed via fake websites purporting to be legitimate, or through instant messages sent via Steam infrastructure — the latter being a method that’s plagued the service for some time, and has prompted Valve to encourage vigilance among users.

 

[8-Bit Ghetto]

And just think how many hours, joys, and money you spend on your account, and the end someone stole it from you. And you can't make back those joys, hours, and money you spend.
That would be a nightmare if I were one of that victim.

 

[_CyberGhosT_]

I have an extensive library in Steam, Origin, And Uplay.
I use the 2 step verification via text message, not doing so could be account suicide.
I had a friend that had to re-claim his acct. from a hacker and it took about a week to get it back.
They helped him because his IP address that he played on was from the US consistantly, then one morning it was accessed from a Russian IP, a kid had purchased the account at a flea market in a Russian town.
He still had to prove who he was, but once the original owner provided proof of identity they got it back for him.
Scary stuff no doubt.
Another good tip is to hide the games you don't play often, it makes your library appear small and less appealing. There is a hide option in Steam.
Great Share omidomi. PeAcE