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Fake OpenAI repo hits 244K downloads, ships crypto wallet stealer
May 12, 2026
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by Randa Moses
for CryptoPolitan
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A fake OpenAI repository on Hugging Face was downloaded 244,000 times before removal and delivered a Rust infostealer that targeted browser data and crypto wallets. The incident underscores a major crypto security risk from malicious repositories and highlights the need for stronger platform malware screening, developer caution, and user wallet protection.
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A fake OpenAI repository on Hugging Face reached 244,000 downloads before removal. It delivered a Rust infostealer and targeted browser data and crypto wallets.
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