Fake Battlefield 6 Downloads Are Spreading Malware, Stealing Player Data

Bitdefender Labs found fake Battlefield 6 pirated copies and trainers spreading aggressive malware, C2 agents, and infostealers, designed to steal player data and crypto-wallets.

A new report from Bitdefender Labs has brought unsettling news for the gaming community, especially those looking for free or hacked versions of popular titles. Cybercriminals are using the hype around the major first-person shooter, Battlefield 6, to trick players into downloading malicious software that can steal their private information and even take over their PCs.

Battlefield 6, developed by DICE and published by Electronic Arts (EA), hit the market in October and was, as we know it, one of the year’s most anticipated releases. Unfortunately, this popularity became a perfect target for attackers who started spreading infected files the moment the game became available.

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