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1. Cyber-criminals exploit GPUs in graphic design software, using cryptocurrency-mining malware to hijack the GPUs.

2. The attackers bundle the malware with legitimate software like Adobe Illustrator and Autodesk 3ds Max, using the "Advanced Installer" tool.

3. The high GPU power required by graphic design and 3-D modeling software makes them a target for cryptocurrency mining.

4. The malicious scripts are deployed during the software installation process, creating backdoors and installing cryptocurrency-mining malware.

5. The campaign mainly affects French-speaking users, but there have been isolated infections in other countries.

6. Graphic designers and 3-D modelers are advised to be cautious when installing software.

7. Long-running campaigns like this can have a lasting impact on organizations and are difficult to detect.

8. Operations and security teams should work together to detect and respond to these types of attacks.

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