Fake CAPTCHA attacks exploded by 563% last year: How to spot them and stay safe online ...

A fake CAPTCHA scam is tricking Windows users into running PowerShell commands that install StealC malware and steal passwords, crypto wallets, and more.

What looks like a simple "Are you human?" check is now one of the most dangerous tricks on the internet. Fake captchas have evolved into full-blown malware launchpads, thanks to a sneaky new method ...

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The hackers use fake CAPTCHA pages—which are designed to mimic standard security checks—to trick users into installing malicious software (“Stealthy StealC Information Stealer”) via keyboard commands.

It’s a pretty common occurrence on the internet: You go to make a purchase, but before you do, you have to prove you’re a human by selecting how many pictures in a three-by-three grid contain bikes.

StealC malware campaign exploits fake CAPTCHA pages to steal sensitive data while blending into normal system activity.

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