Hackers Use Fake Proxifier Installer on GitHub to Spread ClipBanker Crypto

Cybersecuritynews •Tushar Subhra Dutta • April 14, 2026

A dangerous malware campaign has been silently targeting cryptocurrency users by hiding inside a fake version of Proxifier, a popular proxy software tool. Threat actors set up a GitHub repository designed to look like a legitimate Proxifier download, but the installer bundled inside it is actually a Trojan that monitors and hijacks clipboard activity to […]

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Fake Proxifier Installer Distributes ClipBanker Crypto Malware via GitHub Hackers are exploiting a counterfeit Proxifier installer available on GitHub to deploy ClipBanker malware, which targets cryptocurrency users. This multi-stage malware hijacks clipboard activity to swap cryptocurrency wallet addresses, redirecting funds to the attackers. The attack method involves a trojanized installer that utilizes fileless techniques to evade detection. Users downloading the fake installer are at risk of having their cryptocurrency transactions compromised. The campaign highlights the increasing sophistication of cyber threats targeting digital currency. Currently, there are no specific numbers on affected users or systems, but the potential impact on cryptocurrency transactions is significant. Security professionals are advised to monitor for signs of this malware and educate users about the risks of downloading software from unofficial sources. 2 sources 65

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