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New VVS Stealer Malware Targets Discord Accounts via Obfuscated Python Code

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VVS Stealer Malware Targets Discord Accounts with Python Code VVS Stealer is a Python-based malware designed to steal Discord credentials and tokens. It has been available for purchase on Telegram since at least April 2025, posing a risk to Discord users. Palo Alto Networks researchers identified this malware, which utilizes obfuscated code to evade detection. 7 sources 44

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