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The Glove Stealer malware employs a novel technique to circumvent Chrome’s App-Bound Encryption, enabling the theft of browser cookies and other sensitive data. This malware is written in .NET and targets browser extensions and locally installed software. The sophistication of this technique highlights the ongoing evolution of malware and the need for robust security measures.

References:

• Heimdal Security Blog - Heimdal Security blog post about Glove Stealer and its ability to bypass Chrome's App-Bound Encryption. - 4d
• Security Affairs - Security Affairs article detailing the Glove Stealer malware and its techniques. - 4d

Classification:

• HashTags: GloveStealer ChromeVulnerability Malware
• Company: Google
• Target: Chrome users
• Product: Chrome
• Feature: App-Bound Encryption
• Type: Malware
• Severity: Medium