Tag: deepseek

Cybercriminals are exploiting the popularity of DeepSeek, a powerful reasoning large language model, by creating fake websites that mimic the official DeepSeek chatbot site and distribute malicious code disguised as a client. Three main schemes were identified: a Python stealer targeting user data …

Cybercriminals are exploiting DeepSeek's popularity by creating fake look-alike domains to deliver the Vidar information stealer. The attack chain involves a deceptive website that prompts users to complete a fake partner registration, leading to a malicious CAPTCHA page. This page injects a PowerS…

Cybercriminals are exploiting DeepSeek's popularity to launch ClickFix phishing campaigns, tricking users into clicking fake CAPTCHA links that steal credentials and install malware like Vidar and Lumma Stealer. These attacks impersonate DeepSeek's branding to appear legitimate and bypass security …

Researchers have identified numerous fake DeepSeek websites being used for malicious purposes, including credential phishing, cryptocurrency theft, and various scams. Over 50 active sites and thousands of potentially malicious domains have been observed. These fake sites range from obvious imitatio…