Hackers Hijack HBO Max’s Reddit Account to Spread Crypto-Stealing Malware

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Hackers compromise HBO Max’s verified Reddit account and run 108 malicious ads that lure users to download counterfeit software packed with crypto‑stealing malware; the campaign exploits the brand’s trust to spread coin‑theft code, prompting security firms to warn viewers and highlighting how platform‑related social‑media breaches can amplify ransomware threats, potentially driving heightened demand for protective crypto‑security solutions.