Malware found in Steam Wallpaper Engine hijacks accounts to spread itself

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] · 2026-06-18 10:00

Malware has been discovered hidden within the popular Steam application Wallpaper Engine, according to a report by Kaspersky researchers. Attackers are exploiting the application's feature that allows for executable wallpapers to deploy various malicious packages, including credential stealers, ransomware, and crypto miners. These infected wallpapers are used to hijack user accounts, which are then leveraged to upload more malicious content, creating a self-perpetuating campaign. The majority of these attacks have been concentrated in China, with dozens of malicious packages downloaded tens of thousands of times before being removed. AI

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Malware found in Steam Wallpaper Engine hijacks accounts to spread itself

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Kaspersky finds malware hidden in Steam Wallpaper Engine that hijacks accounts to spread itself — dozens of malicious packages downloaded tens of thousands of times

Attackers have spent the past several months smuggling malware into Steam through animated desktop wallpapers.

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Kaspersky finds malware hidden in Steam Wallpaper Engine that hijacks accounts to spread itself — dozens of malicious packages downloaded tens of thousands of times

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