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The National Information Technology Development Agency has issued a warning to Spotify users about increasing cybersecurity risks linked to the platform’s playlists and podcasts.
The advisory, published on Tuesday, informed users of how cybercriminals are exploiting Spotify’s features to distribute malicious content, including game hacks for popular games like Fortnite, GTA, Apex Legends, and Roblox, as well as pirated software and scam websites.
According to the IT agency, “Spotify is being exploited to promote game hacks for video games like Fortnite, GTA, Apex, and Roblox.
“Threat actors are also using the platform to advertise pirated software, spam links, and malicious crack sites. They embed these malicious promotions within playlist names and podcast descriptions.”
The advisory further emphasised the risks of malicious links embedded in playlist names and podcast descriptions, which boost the visibility of dangerous sites through Spotify’s web player. This exposes users to scams, malware, and other cyber threats.
In light of this, the agency has advised Spotify users to avoid playlists and podcasts with suspicious text in their descriptions and to refrain from clicking any links in these descriptions.
Additionally, users are encouraged to update their Spotify app to the latest version for improved security.
With cybercriminals increasingly exploiting legitimate platforms, the NITDA’s advisory serves as a crucial reminder for users to remain vigilant and protect themselves from evolving online threats.
Last week, the IT regulator warned organisations about Ymir ransomware, describing it as a highly sophisticated cyber threat targeting corporate networks.
The malware not only encrypts critical data but also exfiltrates sensitive information before encryption, demanding substantial ransoms in cryptocurrency.
“This ransomware is highly advanced and poses a significant threat to organisations, especially those in industries like healthcare, finance, and IT services that handle sensitive data,” NITDA said.
