New VVS Stealer Malware Targets Discord Accounts via Obfuscated Python Code
VVS Stealer, also known as VVS $tealer, is a new Python-based information stealer that can grab Discord tokens and passwords, according to information released by cybersecurity researchers.
A report from Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 claims that the stealer was for sale on Telegram as early as April 2025.
According to researchers Pranay Kumar Chhaparwal and Lee Wei Yeong, Pyarmor obfuscates the code of VVS stealers. Python scripts can be obfuscated using this tool to prevent signature-based detection and static analysis. Both lawful uses and the creation of covert malware are possible using Pyarmor.
Promoted on Telegram as the "ultimate stealer," a weekly subscription costs €10 ($11.69). It is also among the least expensive stealers available, costing €20 ($23) for a month, €40 ($47...