# Cybersecurity threats targeting The Odyssey film

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/cybersecurity-threats-targeting-the-odyssey-film
> Updated: 2026-08-11T14:34:34.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Cybersecurity researchers have identified multiple fraudulent schemes targeting audiences of the film ‘The Odyssey’. 

Initially, Bitdefender reported a malware campaign where illegal downloads of the film were used to distribute the Russian-originated ‘Lumma Stealer’. These disguised executable files, appearing as video downloads, allow attackers to harvest passwords, payment data, and browsing history. 

Subsequently, Kaspersky identified a separate global scam involving fraudulent streaming websites. These sites mimic legitimate services by offering free access or dubbed versions of the movie. When users attempt to play the film, a fake player prompts them to register, eventually requesting passwords and banking details under the pretext of activating a ‘free trial’. This tactic is designed for credential theft and financial fraud and is being deployed in multiple languages to target a global audience.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-11: Cybersecurity alert: Fake streaming sites scam fans of The Odyssey

Cybercriminals are using fake streaming websites to target fans of ‘The Odyssey’, using promises of free viewing to steal banking details and passwords through fraudulent registration forms.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cybersecurity-alert-fake-streaming-sites-scam-fans-of-the-odyssey

### 2026-08-06: The Odyssey malware campaign spreads via pirated copies

Bitdefender reports pirated copies of *The Odyssey* are delivering Russian‑made Lumma Stealer malware, stealing personal data; users urged to use legitimate streaming sources.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-odyssey-malware-campaign-spreads-via-pirated-copies

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