Infostealer Malware Targeting Gamers via Roblox Mods
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Infostealer malware is increasingly targeting gamers, particularly those using Roblox mods, to compromise corporate networks. Children and teenagers searching for free mods or performance boosters often download malicious executables that harvest credentials and session tokens, leading to enterprise breaches. This malware exploits user behavior rather than software vulnerabilities, making it a significant threat vector for identity theft and corporate access.
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29.01.2026 17:02 1 articles · 23h ago
Infostealer Malware Exploiting Roblox Mods
Infostealer malware is being distributed through Roblox mods and other gaming-related files, targeting children and teenagers. These mods, often advertised as performance boosters or unlockers, harvest sensitive credentials and session tokens, leading to corporate breaches when employees access work-related accounts from infected devices.
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- Not a Kids Game: From Roblox Mod to Compromising Your Company — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 29.01.2026 17:02
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Over 40% of infostealer infections originate from gaming-related files, including cheats, mods, and performance boosters.
First reported: 29.01.2026 17:021 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Not a Kids Game: From Roblox Mod to Compromising Your Company — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 29.01.2026 17:02
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Infostealers harvest browser passwords, session cookies, VPN credentials, and other sensitive data within seconds of execution.
First reported: 29.01.2026 17:021 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Not a Kids Game: From Roblox Mod to Compromising Your Company — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 29.01.2026 17:02
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Malware such as Lumma, RedLine, Vidar, and Raccoon are commonly used in these attacks.
First reported: 29.01.2026 17:021 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Not a Kids Game: From Roblox Mod to Compromising Your Company — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 29.01.2026 17:02
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Infostealer logs are sold on dark web marketplaces, Telegram channels, and criminal SaaS panels.
First reported: 29.01.2026 17:021 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Not a Kids Game: From Roblox Mod to Compromising Your Company — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 29.01.2026 17:02
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Corporate breaches can occur when employees access work-related accounts from infected personal devices.
First reported: 29.01.2026 17:021 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Not a Kids Game: From Roblox Mod to Compromising Your Company — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 29.01.2026 17:02