They guide the viewer on getting free access to paid software, and in turn, promote information stealers. The videos were initially based on screen recordings or written instructions for downloading a cracked version of the software, but as more AI tools came into existence, hackers have now resorted to using virtual people in their videos, which looks more appealing and convincing to the viewer.
These videos pretend to be tutorials on installing pirated versions of paid software such as Photoshop, AutoCAD, Premiere Pro, etc., making the victims fall for such scams. They also use data leaks and stealer logs to control existing YouTube accounts. Cybercriminals use SEO optimization to ensure that the video appears on top of the search results and add fake comments to the videos to mislead users into believing that the download is legitimate. The videos are being uploaded in different languages on YouTube though they may appear on other social media platforms as well, including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Once installed, the malware steals confidential information (such as credit card details, passwords, bank account numbers, etc.) from a user’s computer and sends it to the hacker’s device. However, cybercriminals are leveraging these platforms to spread malware on Windows and Android.ĬloudSEK, an Indian cybersecurity firm, has published a report that says cybercriminals have increased the use of AI-generated videos to trick people into installing stealer malware such as Vidar, RedLine, and Raccoon on their devices. Such platforms are being used by businesses across the globe to improve their content creation process and deliver more engaging content to their audience. The growing trend of Artificial Intelligence in the media industry has given rise to many automated content-generation platforms. Stay safe from YouTube Video Scams, Malware, and Phishing Videos
In this post, we will discuss how hackers have been misusing YouTube to spread malware and how you may stay safe from YouTube video scams.
According to reports, there has been an exorbitant rise in YoutTube videos containing links to potent malware capable of stealing sensitive user information. YouTube has become a common platform for hackers to attract victims through AI-generated content.
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