Hackers Use Fake Google Gemini Installer to Deploy Vidar Stealer and Steal Browser Credentials
Criminals are using fake downloads that look like Google’s Gemini app to trick people into installing harmful software. Once installed, it can quietly collect saved passwords, browser information, and other personal data from a device.
Who is at risk
Anyone searching online for Google Gemini or other popular AI tools and downloading software from unofficial websites is most at risk.
What to watch for
Watch for pop-up download pages, sponsored search results, or websites offering a Gemini installer, especially if your browser starts acting strangely or saved accounts show unusual sign-in activity.
What to do
Only download apps and software from Google’s official website or trusted app stores, and if you already installed a suspicious Gemini file, disconnect from the internet, run a security scan, and change your saved passwords from a clean device.