If you're an avid Fortnite player, your computer may be in danger.
Cyren, a cybersecurity firm, has discovered that a free game hack tool --"Syrk" -- is actually ransomware in disguise. So, basically, anyone who downloads it is putting their computer -- and all its files -- at risk."Syrk" masquerades as a cheat tool for the game, promising to help players' aim when shooting. It also gives users"ESP," allowing them to know the locations of other players. But its actual purpose is much scarier, Cyren says.
Read MoreTo un-encrypt the files, a pop-up screen instructs users to submit an ID and pay to receive a password, which will then stop the process."After paying, you will be sent a password that will be used to decrypt your files, if you don't do these actions before the timer expires your files will start to be deleted," the screen warns, according to Cyren.Cyren expects the malware to be distributed through sharing sites and Fortnite forums, the firm said.
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