Malicious Wallpapers Found on Wallpaper Engine Steam Workshop

mxdwn Games·Jun 18

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Malicious wallpapers have been found on the Steam Workshop for the Wallpaper Engine app, potentially putting users' accounts at risk. The malware is being spread through the community-led Workshop feature, with some reports indicating it may be crypto malware. The issue has prompted Wallpaper Engine to take action, including putting an end to .exe wallpapers.

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