CPU-Z
Coverage of CPU-Z in the Nexus archive.
- CPUID Breach Distributes STX RAT via Trojanized CPU-Z and HWMonitor Downloads
Unknown threat actors compromised CPUID's website, which hosts hardware monitoring tools, to distribute malicious executables for CPU-Z, HWMonitor, and other tools, deploying the STX RAT. The breach occurred from April 9 to 10, 2023, lasting less than 24 hours.
- CPU-Z and HWMonitor Compromised
CPU-Z and HWMonitor, hardware monitoring tools, have been compromised with a malicious download warning on their official site. The incident highlights security risks in software distribution channels.
- CPU-Z and HWMonitor compromised
CPU-Z and HWMonitor, popular hardware monitoring tools, have been compromised in a supply chain attack. The breach highlights vulnerabilities in software distribution channels, prompting warnings across security forums and news platforms.
- Supply chain attack at CPUID pushes malware with CPU-Z/HWMonitor
A supply chain attack targeted the CPUID project, allowing hackers to alter download links for CPU-Z and HWMonitor tools. Malicious executables were distributed through the official website's API, compromising users' systems via trusted software.