What is malware? A downloadable painting software product called StressPaint used to combat stress is being used by hackers to steal payment information and personal details from users’ Facebook accounts. The malware has been active for a few days and has already caused damage to over 45,000 people, targeting those who have aligned card details with their Facebook accounts. According to the security firm Trend Micro, the attack was launched on May 30 using an exploit in Adobe Flash Player.
A downloadable painting software product called StressPaint used to combat stress is being used by hackers to steal payment information and personal details from users’ Facebook accounts. The malware has been active for a few days and has already caused damage to over 45,000 people, targeting those who have aligned card details with their Facebook accounts. According to the security firm Trend Micro, the attack was launched on May 30 using an exploit in Adobe Flash Player.