May 31, 2026
✦TechSpot
Fake downloads of popular PC utilities are quietly installing crypto miners on enthusiast PCs
Hackers are tricking PC enthusiasts into downloading fake software, secretly installing crypto miners. Microsoft found scammers manipulating search results and even AI chatbots to push malicious links for popular tools. These miners target powerful PCs, waiting for idle times to mine. Microsoft advises using trusted sites or the Microsoft Store for downloads.