The attack usually begins with . A user might receive a message from a "friend" (whose account has already been compromised) or a stranger in a server offering a "cool new image tool" or a "free Nitro generator." The Download: The victim downloads ImageLogger.rar .

Details about your hardware, IP address, and screenshots of your current desktop. How the Attack Works

To stay safe from threats like ImageLogger and similar token grabbers , follow these security best practices:

Attackers use compressed formats like .rar or .zip for two main reasons: