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Wallpaper Engine to remove executable wallpaper app after malware findings

Wallpaper Engine will permanently remove the app component that allowed executable (.exe) wallpapers after security concerns. Users have until Monday, July 6 to back up any wallpapers from the affected app. Security reports say malware dating to late 2025 could hijack accounts, run crypto miners, or encrypt data; the FBI is investigating.

• Removal scheduled for July 6 — back up wallpapers now
• Feature affected a small portion (~0.5%) of Workshop items
• Malware reportedly present since late 2025 — account hijacks, crypto mining, ransomware
• FBI probe and prior Steam removals for similar issues