Vidar 2.0 is a malware family tracked across 2 threat clusters and 3 intelligence report mentions on ThreatCluster. First observed January 15, 2026; most recent activity March 18, 2026.
Vidar 2.0 is an evolved data-stealing malware family (Vidar lineage) focused on harvesting credentials, payment card data, and other sensitive information from infected hosts. As a loader-driven threat, it is typically delivered via multi-stage payloads and updates, making it a persistent concern for enterprise security due to its modular design and ongoing evolution.
Acronis Threat Research Unit reported that the Vidar Stealer 2.0 is being distributed through hundreds of fake game cheat repositories on GitHub and targeted posts on Reddit. The malware masquerades as free cheating…
ReliaQuest has reported an increase in malware campaigns utilizing manufactured trust and user interaction, with a notable rise in incidents involving the BaoLoader malware. The company identified spearphishing links,…