Top Download Manager JDownloader Hacked — Installers Replaced with Dangerous Malware
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JDownloader's website has been hacked. For two days, some official download links have been replaced by hackers to distribute malicious software.
The JDownloader download manager's website was the victim of a hack this May. hackers have replaced some links that are used to install this software with links to a malicious file. JDownloader's developer has already fixed the problem and provided instructions for potential victims.
What should be a secure download turned into a serious threat to thousands of users. JDownloader's official website, one of the most popular download management tools on the internet, was compromised by criminals to distribute malware infected installers to Windows and Linux systems. The incident occurred between May 6 and 7, and caught the attention of the security community by involving a classic supply chain attack. Instead of invading the vi…
The open source download manager has been used by vorole installers from its official website. The German publisher recommends a complete system relocation to the users concerned.
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