: Early reports by Securelist (Kaspersky) detailed how apps masquerading as useful VK tools (like music players or vote hacks) contained code designed to steal login credentials.
: While focused on censorship, this paper provides critical context on the safety and privacy risks inherent in the VK ecosystem. An Analysis of In-Platform Censorship on Russia's VKontakte skachat programmu vk golosa 2017
: This 2026 report details a long-running campaign where extensions offered customization but actually hijacked half a million accounts. : Early reports by Securelist (Kaspersky) detailed how
: Malicious Chrome extensions and "theme" tools have been used to hijack over 500,000 VK accounts, manipulating settings and subscribing users to attacker-controlled groups. : Malicious Chrome extensions and "theme" tools have
Research shows that programs promising free VK votes are almost universally . Instead of providing virtual currency, they are typically used for: