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The game Chemia was found to be infected with malicious software designed to pilfer user data and seed phrases from crypto wallets, putting thousands of players at risk.","A recent cybersecurity breach has exposed a disturbing trend: hackers are using Steam games to steal cryptocurrency.","The game *Chemia* was found to be infected with malicious software designed to pilfer user data and seed phrases from crypto wallets, putting thousands of players at risk.","\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>A recent cybersecurity breach has exposed a disturbing trend: hackers are using Steam games to steal cryptocurrency. \u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cpicture class=\"image-align-left\">\u003Csource srcset=\"https://cdn.quasa.io/photos/00/2025-08-03-08-09-54-1.webp\" type=\"image/webp\">\u003Cimg alt=\"Hackers Target Cryptocurrency Through Steam Games\" class=\"image-align-left\" height=\"241\" src=\"https://cdn.quasa.io/photos/00/2025-08-03-08-09-54-1.jpg\" width=\"240\" />\u003C/picture>\u003Cstrong>The game Chemia was found to be infected with malicious software designed to pilfer user data and seed phrases from crypto wallets, putting thousands of players at risk.\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>The attack has been traced back to a cybercriminal group known as EncryptHub (Larva-208). To maximize their theft, the hackers embedded three viruses into \u003Cstrong>Chemia\u003C/strong>: Hijack Loader, Fickle Stealer, and Vidar Stealer.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>These malicious programs targeted sensitive information, including data from browsers, password managers, and cryptocurrency wallets such as MetaMask and others.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>In response to the discovery, Steam has promptly removed *Chemia* from its platform to prevent further damage. This incident marks a significant escalation in the use of gaming platforms as vectors for crypto theft.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cpicture class=\"image-align-right\">\u003Csource srcset=\"https://cdn.quasa.io/photos/00/image-2025-08-03t081046952.webp\" type=\"image/webp\">\u003Cimg alt=\"Hackers Target Cryptocurrency Through Steam Games\" class=\"image-align-right\" height=\"188\" src=\"https://cdn.quasa.io/photos/00/image-2025-08-03t081046952.jpg\" width=\"250\" />\u003C/picture>Also read:\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://quasa.io/media/steam-cracks-down-on-18-games-controversial-adult-content-at-risk\">Steam Cracks Down on 18+ Games: Controversial Adult Content at Risk\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://quasa.io/media/linux-users-hit-record-high-on-steam-reaching-2-69-in-may-2025\">Linux Users Hit Record High on Steam, Reaching 2.69% in May 2025\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://quasa.io/media/valve-denies-steam-hack-rumors-following-user-data-leak\">Valve Denies Steam Hack Rumors Following User Data Leak\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://quasa.io/media/the-future-of-influencer-contracts-pay-per-vibe\">The Future of Influencer Contracts – Pay-per-Vibe?\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\n\u003Cp>This is not an isolated case. Previously, malware was detected in other Steam titles, including \u003Cstrong>Sniper: Phantom’s Resolution\u003C/strong> and \u003Cstrong>PirateFi\u003C/strong>, highlighting a growing pattern of cybercriminals exploiting popular gaming ecosystems. Players are urged to remain vigilant, update their security measures, and avoid downloading unverified games to protect their digital assets.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>Author: \u003Ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/slava-vasipenok/\">Slava Vasipenok\u003C/a>\u003Cbr />\nFounder and CEO of \u003Ca href=\"https://quasa.io/team\">QUASA\u003C/a> (quasa.io) - Daily insights on Web3, AI, Crypto, and Freelance. Stay updated on finance, technology trends, and creator tools - with sources and real value.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>Innovative entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in IT, fintech, and blockchain. Specializes in decentralized solutions for freelancing, helping to overcome the barriers of traditional finance, especially in developing regions.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>This is not financial or investment advice. 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