May 27th, 2025
Who:
Cybercriminals are leveraging TikTok to disseminate malware. These actors are producing AI-generated videos that instruct users to execute malicious PowerShell commands under the guise of software activation steps. The campaign has achieved significant reach, with some videos amassing nearly 500,000 views.
What:
The attackers employ a tactic known as "ClickFix," wherein users are deceived into running PowerShell commands that download and execute info-stealer malware, specifically Vidar and StealC. These videos falsely claim to activate or enhance software like Windows, Microsoft Office, CapCut, or Spotify. Upon execution, the malware harvests sensitive data, including credentials, cookies, cryptocurrency wallets, and two-factor authentication tokens.