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Microsoft SHUTS DOWN 2,300 Malware Domains! ⚠️ (Lumma Stealer Hits 394K PCs)

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Microsoft just took a massive step against cybercrime. Over 2,300 domains used to spread the dangerous Lumma Stealer malware have been shut down, protecting nearly 400,000 Windows PCs from password theft, financial fraud, and crypto wallet hacks.

? What is Lumma Stealer?
A Russian-made malware that steals passwords, credit card info, banking logins, and crypto—often hidden behind fake CAPTCHA tests or phishing emails.

? How It Spreads:

  • Fake Booking.com & other spoofed websites

  • Phishing emails pretending to be urgent travel confirmations

  • Malvertising: fake ads on Google Search for things like “Chrome update”

  • Pirated apps loaded with hidden trojans

?️ Stay Safe:

  • Only download apps from trusted sources

  • Check website URLs for fakes

  • Use Windows Defender—it now detects Lumma

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