Steam Malware Scandal: FBI Investigates Crypto Scam in Indie Games (2026)
The FBI is investigating reports that some indie games on Steam were used to spread harmful software tied to a cryptocurrency scam. People who downloaded little-known games may have unknowingly exposed their accounts, passwords, or digital wallets to theft.
Who is at risk
Steam users who recently downloaded indie or unfamiliar games, especially anyone who stores payment details, account logins, or cryptocurrency on their computer, is most at risk.
What to watch for
Watch for unusual account logins, missing funds, unexpected password reset emails, slowed device performance, or strange pop-ups after installing a game.
What to do
Immediately uninstall suspicious recently downloaded games, run a trusted full-device security scan, and change passwords for Steam, email, banking, and crypto-related accounts from a clean device.