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Kaspersky reported that hackers are exploiting Steam Workshop's Wallpaper Engine to spread malware, installing backdoors and executable files to steal Steam account credentials.
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Who
Kaspersky, hackers, Steam users, FBI
What
Kaspersky reported that hackers are exploiting Steam Workshop's Wallpaper Engine to spread malware, installing backdoors and executable files to steal Steam account credentials.
When
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:39:42 GMT · 12h 55m ago
Where
China ·
Why
Hackers are exploiting the sharing features of Steam Workshop's Wallpaper Engine to gain control over user accounts and potentially steal credit card information or install ransomware.
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How this affects you
Thousands of Steam users, primarily in China, are at risk of account compromise, data theft, and ransomware due to malware spread via the Steam Workshop's Wallpaper Engine, necessitating immediate security measures.
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