Websites that distribute serial keys, "keygens," or cracked software installers are breeding grounds for malicious software. Hackers often bundle trojans, spyware, and ransomware with the cracked installer file. When a user disables their antivirus to run the crack, they inadvertently install malware that can steal passwords, banking information, or lock their files for ransom.
Once a key is shared publicly, the developers often disable it in the next update. Malware Traps: itubego serial