Malware Found in Procolored Printer Software, It Was Distributed For Six Months

Procolored unknowingly distributed malware-infected printer software for six months before a YouTuber’s review exposed dangerous viruses and triggered cleanup efforts-

For six months, printer manufacturer Procolored unknowingly distributed malware-infected software through its official website, as first spotted by cybersecurity analysts G Data.

The issue came to light when Cameron Coward, YouTuber behind Serial Hobbyism, reviewed a $6,000 UV printer and discovered a USB-spreading worm and a Floxif virus on the accompanying flash drive, as reported by G Data.

Procolored initially dismissed the malware alerts as false positives. Concerned, Coward turned to Reddit for help, where an independent malware analyst began a deeper investigation.

The analyst found that all six software downloads on Procolored’s site—hosted on Mega.nz—contained malware, including two dangerous types: XRedRAT, a powerful backdoor, and SnipVex, a clipboard-hijacking virus that also infects .exe files.

“An infection with a virus like Floxif is one of the most severe types of infection that damages system files without possibility of proper repair,” G Data analyst warned. While the backdoor server appears to be offline since February 2024, SnipVex is still capable of damaging files and redirecting cryptocurrency transactions.

Procolored eventually removed the downloads from its website around May 8, 2025, and responded to the findings:

“The software hosted on our website was initially transferred via USB drives. It is possible that a virus was introduced during this process.”
“As a precaution, all software has been temporarily removed […] and we are conducting a comprehensive malware scan of every file.”
“For the users who have reported related issues, Procolored engineers have already provided individual support and solutions.”

G Data says that the company has since issued clean software versions. Users are advised to check their antivirus settings and, in severe cases, consider reinstalling their operating system.