Pirated 'The Odyssey' Copies Contain Crypto-Stealing Malware

Fake pirated downloads of 'The Odyssey' are circulating with Lumma Stealer malware, which targets cryptocurrency wallets and sensitive data. Security firm Bitdefender reported that these malicious files appeared shortly after the film's launch, disguised as high-definition WEBRip and Blu-ray rips. They mimic legitimate torrent releases but are actually Windows executables that infect computers. Attackers use icons resembling VLC Media Player to deceive users, who may not notice the '.exe' extension due to Windows' default settings. Once executed, Lumma Stealer collects browser passwords, payment details, autofill data, remote desktop credentials, and crypto wallets, even bypassing multi-factor authentication by stealing authentication cookies. Bitdefender blocked these downloads and identified related command-and-control domains. This campaign is similar to a 2025 operation that hid the same malware in fake 'Mission: Impossible -- The Final Reckoning' files. The findings highlight the trend of embedding wallet-draining code in popular content. Previous schemes include malware hidden in fake CAPTCHA pages, mobile apps, and developer tools. Bitdefender advises users to stick to legitimate streaming services, avoid running executables labeled as videos, and enable file-extension display to identify disguised malware.

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