Windows Malware Uses Pulsar RAT for Live Chats While Stealing Data

We usually think of computer viruses as silent, invisible programs running in the background, but a worrying discovery shows that modern hackers are getting much more personal.

Researchers at Point Wild have discovered a sneaky new Windows malware campaign using the Pulsar RAT and Stealerv37. This threat hides in your computer’s memory to steal passwords, crypto, and gaming accounts, all while allowing hackers to interact with victims through a live chat window.

Cybersecurity researchers at the Lat61 Threat Intelligence Team at Point Wild have found a new type of Windows attack where the hackers actually talk back to their victims via a live chat window while they ransack their files. In research shared exclusively with Hackread.com, the team explained that this isn’t just a simple virus; it’s a full-scale digital break-in.

The ghost in the machine

According to Point Wild’s report, the attack starts with ...