# NIKKE patches PC launcher after scripts delivered malware

_Published Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 12:10 PM EST · Security · Latest · Tier 2 — Notable_

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Goddess of Victory: NIKKE's developers issued a PC client update after identifying possible third-party tampering with launcher scripts. The update arrived November 4 at approximately 02:30 UTC+9, and the publisher is investigating the impact.

BleepingComputer confirmed that two modified scripts contained a loader that retrieved and executed additional code. Researcher MotherSphere said the payload installed a backdoor capable of remote commands, file access and credential theft. An optional DLL contained cryptocurrency-wallet theft functions, but its deployment and any resulting cryptocurrency theft remain unknown. The researcher also reported that one compromised script remained available after the client update.

## Sources

- [BleepingComputer](https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/nikke-pc-game-launcher-hacked-to-spread-remote-access-data-stealing-malware/)

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Published: 2026-11-04T17:10:47.513Z
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