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Anthropic warns infostealer malware is hijacking Claude sessions to drain usage

August 30, 2026 · BleepingComputer · Severity: HIGH

Anthropic is warning some Claude users that infostealer malware on their PCs has stolen active Claude login sessions, allowing attackers to access accounts and consume their usage.

Key Takeaways

  • Infostealer malware can hijack active Claude sessions to drain user credits.
  • Anthropic warns users to secure devices against credential-stealing malware.
  • Stolen login sessions let attackers access accounts without needing passwords.
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