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20,000 Linux users grabbed a malicious Cemu build that steals passwords for coding and cloud credentials

XDA·Simon Batt·19 days ago
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Published May 13, 2026, 10:54 AM EDT Simon is a Computer Science BSc graduate who has been writing about technology since 2014, and using Windows machines since 3.1. After working for an indie game studio and acting as the family's go-to technician for all computer issues, he found his passion for writing and decided to use his skill set to write about all things tech. Since beginning his writing career, he has written for many different publications such as WorldStart , Listverse , and MakeTechEasier . However, after finding his home at MakeUseOf in February 2019, he would eventually move on to its sister site, XDA, to bring the latest and greatest in Windows, Linux, and DIY electronics. Sign in to your XDA account Summary Cemu Linux builds on GitHub were compromised May 6-12th, 2026; nearly 20,000 downloads likely infected. If infected, a clean OS install is advised; otherwise, delete binaries and reset passwords, tokens, and SSH keys. People downloading Cemu via Flatpak were unaffected by the attack.…

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