As of , the official CPUID website was briefly compromised, and even legitimate-looking links were hijacked to serve the STX RAT malware . This malware targets browser credentials and cryptocurrency wallets. Because "cracked" versions are already hosted on untrusted third-party sites, the risk of infection is near 100%. Legitimate Guide to HWMonitor
Searching for "cracked" or "unlocked" software like is highly discouraged due to extreme security risks. Most links promising license keys or "activation editions" are often decoys for sophisticated malware. Recent Security Warning As of , the official CPUID website was
If you want to safely monitor your hardware, use the official free version or a reputable alternative: As of , the official CPUID website was
