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⚠️ ADVISORY: Malicious Mods, Identity Theft, Malware, and You ⚠️

Hey, all! Not sure how many people will see this, but if you do, please reblog. This is a 'little' post regarding a potentially big problem affecting the Sims 4 community. If you download mods/CC at all (and yes I know CC is a type of mod), this applies to you.

TL;DR: For the sake of your personal info, identity, bank account, et cetera, please STOP downloading any mods/CC for the time being. Especially from the following sites: CurseForge, ModTheSims, The Sims Resource. It doesn't matter if you know the creator or not. Give it at least a week while we all figure out what's going on. If you must, I would recommend only downloading directly from a creator's Patreon (assuming they have one).

Other people have written at length about the mods in question, so I'll just share their posts below.

What's going on?

From the Sims 4 After Dark Discord server (a server you should join if you're not in it already):

⚠️If you downloaded any mod listed in the above post and played the game with them installed, this is the cleaner program Kuttoe (creator of the Home Regions and Townie Demographics mods) mentioned in their post: GitHub - overwolf/sims4-social-events-cleaner: Source files and exe release for a tool to clean up your machine if you have downloaded the "Social Events - Unlimited Time" Sims 4 mod ⚠️

Got confirmation from Kuttoe that as long as you didn't boot up the game with the malicious mods installed (or deleted them completely from your computer before playing the game), you *should* be fine. Still, I recommend that anyone who thinks they might have downloaded any of them run the cleaner program.

Here's an explanation from @anadius2 (reposted by Kuttoe) in the Sims 4 After Dark server (not providing a link to prevent brigading or spam, but you can DM me and I'll give you the link) about what the malware will do to your computer:

And a little dive into the back-end coding stuff for the more tech-savvy Simmers out there:

So, to recap:

Fake mods were uploaded to Curseforge, ModTheSims, and The Sims Resource

@msqsimsofficial had their account compromised on 2 of those sites (they are a victim of hacking, so do not send them hate!)

If downloaded, these malicious mods have the ability to steal very sensitive info (your passwords, credit card info if saved somewhere in your browser, data)

As of right now, antivirus software may not be able to detect the malware

Mac and Linux users seem to be safe; Windows users are the ones that could be affected

Why is this happening?

Unsure. Lots of theories are being made by people far more knowledgeable than me, but from the looks of things, could be crypto bullshit and/or an attempt to steal your data and sell it. This is very, very serious, and could wreck your life if said data/personal info falls into the wrong hands.

Identity Theft: What It Is, How to Prevent It, Warning Signs and Tips - NerdWallet

It's always a good idea to change passwords every couple of months or so, but if you think you've been affected, you also need to change your passwords for things like online banking, email and social media accounts, healthcare sites AFTER running the cleaner.

What now?

I want to talk about how we approach modding our games and downloading files in general.

Please STOP downloading mod file folders from people who did not create the specific mods. Period. This includes Sim dumps, building/lots with CC, mod folders promoted on YouTube, etc. This does not mean that anyone sharing them is doing so maliciously. In fact, I appreciate the amount of effort people put into compiling these resources! But unless you're super careful (and super knowledgeable), you run the risk of downloading malware like this on your computer. Make no mistake, the malicious files in question look like run-of-the-mill, everyday mods. Two of them were even posted from a trustworthy creator's actual account! The only way to know what they actually do is to peek into the code, and idk about you, but I don't know Python. So even after this issue is resolved, you really should only download files from the creators themselves.

But what about CC shopping?

Here's how I like to approach it: I stick to lookbooks and combing through the Patreons/accounts of creators who make items I like. If I see a Sim dump with CC that I'm interested, I try to reach out to the poster and ask where they got specific CC. If I can't do that, I see if it was shared via Drive, look at the individual files themselves, then head to the original CC creator's official download page and get it from the source.

That's all I have for you! Stay safe, and happy Simming! 🫶🏾

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NEW: Malware threat via text files with links

[April 7, 2024]

Do NOT download or follow links from these fake mods:

    “S4 CAS Tools” on Nexus from user fubruss

    “Loading Screen Randomizer” on Nexus from user fubruss

    anything else from the Nexus user fubruss.

These are NOT the Sims mods they claim to be. They are text files with links leading to malware.

No legitimate mod download will EVER consist of only a text file.  Be alert for other versions of this way of spreading malware.

If you downloaded either of these, delete them NOW and run a virus scan. NOTE: This malware does NOT require that you run the game for it to install itself, and is not what ModGuard is designed to detect and stop.

This is also another case of mod-spoofing, using the names of legitimate mods. The legit mods are S4 CAS Tools by the late CmarNYC (Mod the Sims, dated 18 March 2023) and Loading Screen Randomizer by Tesuto (Mod the Sims, dated 9 January 2024). 

Much gratitude to Tumblr Simmer 1-800-cuupid!

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Happy New Year everyone!

sorry for not posting much but I needed time away for life stuff but here are some of my Sims families I was playing within 23. I do not know if I will still post as much as I used to cause I will be having a new job that I am excited to start! but I will try to post more

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March Release; March CAS Collection (BGC).

Here’s what i have in store for March! Its a bit of a mash up from several items but all have a bit of a spring vibe 🌸🍃 i guess =) Hope you guys enjoy them!💗

BGC | Maxis Match | Proper Flags | All LOD’s | New Specular, Shadow and Bump-map | Custom  Thumbnail(s) | Within EA’s Polycount | Original Mesh credits; EA | Disabled  for random.

Items

Maude Trenchcoat (long) | 18 OG Swatches + incl duel tones.

Maude Trenchcoat (long) | 20 Recolor Swatches.

Mauve Trenchcoat (short) | 18 OG Swatches + incl duel tones.

Mauve Trenchcoat (short) | 20 Recolor Swatches.

Vesna Denim Dress | 9 OG Swatches + 20 DE Palette Swatches.

Haruki Jumpsuit | 10 OG + 25 Recolor Swatches.

Haruko Jumpsuit | 10 OG + 25 Recolor Swatches.

Kelby Blouse | 20 Solids + 14 Pattern Swatches.

Kirby Blouse | 20 Solids + 14 Pattern Swatches.

Release Dates

DIBS-Release (Connoisseur tier); the 5th of March.

Pre-Release (Consultant tier); the 12th of March.

Early-Release (Contributor tier); the 19th of March.

Public-Release; the 26th of March.

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HALLOWEEN DRINKS SET A PACK OF THREE CUSTOM DRINKS

Halloween is a time of the year a lot of us like to get into the spirit of everything scary, ghostly, witchy or generally just paranormal. In the spirit of Halloween I’ve made a collection of witchy drinks for your spellcasters and any sim looking to get into the spooky spirit.

BUTTERBEER

Made famous by Harry Potter, butterbeer is a drink that originated in Europe during the Tudor era, there are various recipes for it, but the modernised one tends to be a combination of butterscotch flavoured froth, butterscotch syrup and cream soda.

Single serving

Non-Alcoholic

Vegetarian-Safe, Lactose Free

Optional SCCO any lactose free milk, any sugar and flavour extract (can be cooked without)

PUMPKIN JUICE

Sparkling pumpkin juice in a pretty themed container, what more could you want as a tasty and refreshing Halloween-y drink?

It has all 3 sizes (8 servings, 4 servings and single serving)

Non-Alcoholic

Vegetarian-Safe, Lactose Free

Optional EA “any pumpkin” and SCCO any sugar (can be cooked without)

TOADTOOL TEA

It sounds concerning doesn’t it? But according to every spellcaster I’ve met it has some really great benefits, plus it comes in a really cute little mug. 

Single Serving

Non-Alcoholic

Vegetarian-Safe, Lactose Free

Optional EA “any mushroom” (can be cooked without)

FOR BOTH

Please don’t re-upload as your own!

This food item REQURES the latest version of my food enabler object.

DOWNOAD (PATREON EARLY ACCESS) PUBLIC RELEASE (19.10.2021)

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Coven Set - Simblreen 2020 Gift by Joliebean

Simblreen is my favourite Simblr event and I’m excited for it each year. I think it really unites the community and shows our creative spirit. I don’t celebrate Halloween irl, but it has become sort of an online holiday for me, and I really wish we had more similar traditions within the community. Hope you had an amazing weekend, regardless if you care about Halloween or don’t. Anyways, those who missed trick and treating last week can now grab all my goodies right here. Have a good day\night and happy simming! Hope you find my CC useful. <3

BGC

new meshes

Love Potion Skirt is a conversion from ts2

not allowed for random

custom thumbnails

PSDs

Download: Patreon (Free)

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WITCHY DECOR SET

HERE IT IS! A deco set for your witch and pagan sims with 34 new meshes and lots of recolors. I still have lots more to post so consider this your starter pack. 

🔮 Credits for the TS2 meshes are in the filenames/descriptions. 

🔮 Feel free to recolor anything but please don’t include the mesh and credit me & the original creators, you know the drill.

🔮 If you use any of this please tag me so I can see it.

🔮 Enjoy. Mwah. 😘

> DOWNLOAD <

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Harmony and Greg Granger on family vacation

these two are my twins spellcaster from one of my fav magic famliys they are both 17 and born on oct. 31st

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Some screenshot's from my sims 4 worlds I have been playing lately.

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Overshirt - Kids Version ♥

𝗦𝗻𝗼𝘄𝘆 𝗘𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱!!!

converted from adults

21 swatches

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I will post more sim stuff

Sorry I haven't Post Sims in a while I have been very busy with schooling and work I am almost done with my bachelor's right now and I graduate next mall I happen playing with him than I have in taking screenshots And I am going to post some more

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Mulder and Scully in THE X-FILES: season 1.

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Lookbook 1

Strips and squares 

Shirt  By @waekey​

pants by @clumsyalienn

Hair by ea 

Cute little geek

cc by @clumsyalienn

Hair and shoes by ea

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The Man Who Danced With The Duck ❤️ [Sound on]

(via)

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BLACK LIVES MATTER PROTESTS SET BY BADGALKATZHA

Hi luvz!! I know i'm not black i'm Puerto Rican mixed however i want to show my support towards BLM and my followers this set is dedicated to y'all this something small but it was made with all love vibes possible this set includes a posepack, protests holder, voicer and a top for females racism and injustice needs to stop no justice no peace my family teach me dat i should respect and love all ethnicities and skin colors and when i don't understand something do research and educate yourself learn the culture learn how to support and help i also add Spanish words for my latinx out in the community themed with the BLM movement i hope you guys like my tiny set if you use my content tag me @badgalkatzha on Instagram or Tumblr for me to see you remember BLACK LIVES MATTER SPEAK UP DON'T BE SILENT

Details

Black Lives Matter Top

• Females

• 5 Swatches Available

• Under Top Category

Black Lives Matter Voicer

• City Living EP required

• 2 Swatches Available

• Under Bracelet Category

• UNISEX ACC

Black Lives Matter Protesters Holder

• 6 Swatches Available

• UNISEX ACC

• Under Bracelet Category

Black Lives Matter Posepack

• 4 Poses Available

• TS4 ONLY

Download

#BLACKLIVESMATTER #NOJUSTICENOPEACE #ENDRACISM

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DO NOT UPDATE YOUR GAME YET

It’ll break your save. They’re investigating the issue: Link