An infostealer known as ACRStealer is using legitimate platforms like Google Docs and Steam as part of an attack, according to researchers.
ACRStealer is often distributed via the tried and tested method of download as cracks and keygens, which are used in software piracy. The infostealer has been around since mid-2024 (as a beta test), but it’s only really taken off in 2025. ACRStealer is capable of:
- Identifying which antivirus solution is on a device
- Stealing crypto wallets and login credentials
- Stealing browser information
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Source: Malwarebytes Labs
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