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May 9, 2026 · Information Security

Xubuntu Download Page Hijacked with Crypto‑Stealing Malware

A security researcher discovered that the official Xubuntu download page was compromised, delivering a ZIP containing a tos.txt file with a bogus 2026 copyright and a malicious Windows executable that functions as a crypto‑clipper, prompting Xubuntu to temporarily disable the download site while investigating the breach.