Malicious Game 'PirateFi' Removed From Steam After Malware Discovery

The free-to-play survival game infected up to 1,500 users with Vidar malware, prompting Valve to issue warnings and recommend OS reformatting.

PirateFi, a free-to-play survival game on Steam, was found to contain Vidar malware and was removed by Valve after six days on the platform.
The malware, hidden in the game's executable files, compromised user credentials, browser cookies, and cryptocurrency wallets, according to cybersecurity experts.
Valve notified affected users, advising them to run antivirus scans, check for unauthorized software, and consider reformatting their operating systems for security.
Approximately 1,500 users downloaded the game, though conflicting reports suggest exaggerated player numbers were used as part of a broader scam.
This incident highlights ongoing vulnerabilities in trusted platforms like Steam, despite existing security measures, and raises concerns about future malware threats.