Valve Removes Malware-Suspected Game Listing | Security Update
Malware Scare Prompts Valve to Remove Game from Steam
Valve swiftly removed a video game listing from its Steam platform following reports from users indicating that the game’s free demo contained malware.
Details of the Affected Game
The game in question, titled Sniper: Phantom’s Resolution, had advertised “realistic [first-person shooter] mechanics, dynamic storytelling, and high-stakes missions” as per archived information from its Steam page.
Initial concerns regarding the demo’s potentially malicious nature surfaced earlier this week.
User Reports and Analysis
Several Reddit users who downloaded and subsequently analyzed the demo reported its suspicious behavior.
The Steam listing directed users to the developer’s website, where the game demo was hosted.
Recent Similar Incident
This incident mirrors a similar situation from last month, where Valve was compelled to remove a game called PirateFi.
PirateFi was discovered to be a vehicle for distributing malware specifically designed to compromise player accounts by stealing passwords – a type of threat known as an info-stealer.
Valve’s Response
As of this report, Valve has not issued a public statement in response to inquiries regarding the matter.
Clarification
It is important to note that the malicious demo was hosted on the developer’s website, and not directly on the Steam platform itself.
This information has been updated for clarity.
- Key Takeaway: Users should exercise caution when downloading and installing demos from unfamiliar developers.
- Security Reminder: Always ensure your antivirus software is up-to-date.
