Malicious Snow White Movie Download Targets Viewers with New Malware

As the latest adaptation of Snow White hits theaters with lukewarm reception, the absence of streaming options on platforms like Disney+ has led many viewers to seek pirated versions online.

This trend is not new; every major movie release without a digital option becomes a prime opportunity for attackers to exploit users eager to watch from home.

A recent campaign identified by Veriti’s research team highlights this risk, involving a sophisticated malware distributed via torrent sites.

Veriti researchers found that a blog post on the website “TeamEsteem” offered a download link for a pirated Snow White (2025) version.

However, this post was malicious, redirecting users to a torrent containing an infected file package. The attackers likely exploited an XSS vulnerability or used leaked admin credentials to access the site.

This blog entry redirected users to download a ...