Hackers Compromised Official Gaming Mouse Software to Deliver Windows-based Xred Malware

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Key Insights

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Endgame Gear's OP1w 4K V2 mouse configuration tool was compromised, distributing Xred malware to users between June 26 and July 9, 2025.
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The malware infection was limited to the OP1w 4K V2 product page, with no other products or customer data affected.
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Endgame Gear has issued a security advisory and implemented immediate remediation measures, including enhanced security protocols.
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Users who downloaded the infected software are urged to uninstall it immediately and run antivirus scans to detect and remove Xred malware.

Threat Overview

Hackers compromised the official software distribution system of gaming peripheral manufacturer Endgame Gear, infecting the OP1w 4K V2 mouse configuration tool with Xred malware from June 26 to July 9, 2025. This incident specifically targeted users who downloaded the tool, posing a risk of malware infection without affecting other products or customer data [1][2]. Endgame Gear has responded with a security advisory and remediation measures, urging affected users to uninstall the tool and perform antivirus scans [1][2]. Immediate actions include monitoring for unusual system behavior and ensuring antivirus definitions are up to date to detect Xred malware [1].

Tactics, Techniques & Procedures (TTPs)

T1193
Spearphishing Link - Malware distributed via compromised software download links [1][2]
T1203
Exploitation for Client Execution - Users executing malware unknowingly by installing infected software [1][2]
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Application Layer Protocol: Web Protocols - Use of web-based distribution channels for malware [1][2]
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Endpoint Denial of Service - Potential for malware to disrupt system functionality [1][2]

Timeline of Events

2025-06-26
Malware distribution begins via compromised OP1w 4K V2 configuration tool [1][2]
2025-07-09
Malware distribution ends; infected software remains available for download [1][2]
2025-07-26
Endgame Gear publicly discloses the breach and issues a security advisory [1][2]
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