Back Cybersecuritynews Attackers Hijacking Official GitHub Desktop Repository to Distribute Malware as Official Installer
Cybercriminals have discovered a dangerous way to trick developers into downloading malware by exploiting how GitHub works. The attack involves creating fake versions of the GitHub Desktop installer and making them appear legitimate to unsuspecting users. Between September and October 2025, this campaign primarily targeted users in Europe and the European Economic Area, though infections […]
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