Popular Steam Wallpaper Program Removes App Over Malware Concerns
Wallpaper Engine, a popular Steam application, is being removed due to malware concerns after its wallpaper feature was exploited to infect users' computers. Developers stated the app will be permanently removed on July 6, urging users to back up their wallpapers. The malware could hijack Steam accounts, encrypt data, or install crypto miners.
- Entities
- Topic: App Security
- Game: Wallpaper Engine
- Company: Valve
- Topic: Malware
- Company: FBI
- Platform: Steam
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