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CCleaner: 2m users install anti-malware program … that contains malware

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Version v5.33.6162 of the software has been compromised with the addition of a trojan inserted into the software code called a "supply chain" attack. The attack occurred between the versions dated 15th August and the 12th of September.

 

Link: Alex Hern The Guardian.com

 

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Version v5.33.6162 of the software has been compromised with the addition of a trojan inserted into the software code called a "supply chain" attack. The attack occurred between the versions dated 15th August and the 12th of September.

 

Link: The Guardian.com

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Supply Chains are no good, you just can't install or update any software anymore.

A water-cooled mid-tier gaming PC.

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