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Hackers hijack thousands of sites for ClickFix and FakeUpdate attacks

A threat actor known as DriveSurge has been conducting large-scale malware distribution campaigns.

Source BleepingComputer AI Summary Updated June 1, 2026
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A threat actor known as DriveSurge has been conducting large-scale malware distribution campaigns. This actor is using compromised sites to spread malware through ClickFix and FakeUpdates techniques. The campaigns involve hijacking thousands of sites, indicating a significant operation.

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