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A rigged game: ScarCruft compromises gaming platform in a supply-chain attack
May 5, 2026 · WeLiveSecurity · Severity: MEDIUM
ESET researchers have investigated an ongoing attack by the ScarCruft APT group that targets the Yanbian region via backdoor-laced Windows and Android games
Key Takeaways
- ESET investigated an ongoing attack by the ScarCruft APT group that targets the Yanbian region via backdoor-laced Windows and Android games.
- The supply-chain style attack compromises gaming platforms to reach victims in the Yanbian region with backdoor-laced games.
- Gamers should download games only from official stores, as APT groups weaponize games to deliver backdoors.