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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! 🫶🏾

[davan221]

Raven Hair

24 maxis swatches

BGC, F, T-E

Custom catalog thumbnail

Report issue | Socials | T.o.u

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Early access, public release Jan. 23rd

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meme's gate a recolour by buttertrait

that's right im back on my stupid antics once again! i’ve been seeing a ton of these bg3 shirts and so i decided to make them in the sims, because let’s be honest who doesn’t want a shirt that says oak daddy on it? anyway i hope you guys enjoy and please tag me if you do use them!

requires mesh by @okruee !

9 swatches (note: some of the swatches may be slightly warped esp on fem frame im sorry)

teen to elder, both frames

custom thumbnail

download (free ofc): sfs | (alt) mediafire

(also tysm for 900 followers ahhhh!!)

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questionable tees

cheap noob, im sorry but you sucks and im gonna kick your ass!

info:

- bgc; custom thumbs; disabled for random etc. - both frames - 12 swatches

download (patreon; free) | alt (dropbox)

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bubbleglittersim - Anime Loading Screens (8)

Hi! Today I decided to learn and make my own Loading Screens. I could not decide which one i liked the most, so I made a bunch of them. So I thought why not share them with you. I had so much fun making them so if YOU have any REQUESTS or IDEAS  what i could make next - please let me know!

Download (free on patreon)

My Instagram

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favorite hairstyles ~ short/medium length edition

01 / 02 / 03 / 04 / 05 / 06 07 / 08 / 09 / 10 / 11 / 12

check out my other cc recs here!

happy simming! x

___ thank you to all the cc creators!

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AxA Angel  |  Public Release

Given that January is typically a cold time of the year, Ayoshi and I wanted to make sure your Sims stayed warm with this AxA. So put your Sims in some armwarmers, their mini skirt, and a slightly revealing top, and get them ready for the snow. With AxA Angel, your Sims will be ready for a snow run a the drop of a hat. And remember, a hoe never gets cold.

Item Index Download  |  Download  |  Follow Ayoshi

The item index linked above will show the basic info for the items in this collab. Below has more info + extra 

Keep reading

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favorite hairstyles for black female sims ♡

part 1 / all maxis match!

01 / 02 / 03 / 04 / 05 / 06 07 / 08 / 09 / 10 / 11 / 12 also this baby hairs

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check out part 2 here!

credits go to all the cc creators! @qicc @sheabuttyr @isjao @gegesimmer @feralpoodles @aladdin-the-simmer @nords-sims @ceeproductions @sleepingsims @aharris00britney @ridgeport @nolan-sims @dogsill

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the bby collection ♡

it's been awhile since infants were released and i found that i was still struggling to find some basic items for them, so i made my own!

now, these are bg recolours with the exception of one item which is growing together. i added texture & some nice basic colours. the original concept was inspired by gap, but i changed it to bby to be on theme & decided to go with simlish instead.

i hope you enjoy ♡

download info : free download

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📑 Pete Shorts

Base Game Compatible

Male (Teen-Elder)

All Maps & LODs

10 Swatches

✨ Download: Patreon (Free)

📑 Martin Pants

Base Game Compatible

Male (Teen-Elder)

All Maps & LODs

11 Swatches

✨ Download: Patreon (Free)

📑 David Trousers

Base Game Compatible

Male (Teen-Elder)

All Maps & LODs

10 Swatches

✨ Download: Patreon (Free)

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Canela Set by Serenity (20 items)

T-E

BGC

Custom thumbnails

Comment down or DM me here if you have any issues with it!

You can find my other socials here: 🌳 Linktree Early access on my Patreon

Public release: 06/28 (19:00 UTC)

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Pink Flow (7items)

❤ Base game compatible

❤ Teen - elder

❤ Female only.

Rhea Hairs Hairband can be found in Gloves Category.

CC I used from other creators:

Skylar Hair - Simcelebrity00 

Iris Hair 3 - QICC 

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Download

Public Release : 11 November ♥

Thank you for loving my cc & and this is the T.O.U . ❤

Things you can't do :

-Re-upload , Re-edit , Put behind paywalls , Steal or Claim it as yours .

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Follow me on Instagram ! ♥

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IT GIRL COLLECTION - IMVIKAI X DAYLIFESIMS COLLAB

Here is the amazing collaboration with @imvikai!!! Im very very happy with the items we made for all of you, and I want to thank ImVikai very much for your patience with me, you had amazing ideas for our collab and you are so so creative! I felt so much inspired working with you ^^ <3

Collaboration collection of 15 items between ImVikai and Daylifesims here to fulfill your sims' IT GIRL needs.

DOWNLOAD | IMVIKAI'S PART

Please read my TOU before download.

New meshes

Base game compatible

24 EA colours

Hat compatible

All LODs

Custom Thumbnail

DOWNLOAD MY PART HERE (Patreon Early Access) free on November 30

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The Skims collection | Lounge / activewear edition

Treat your pixels this season to a new set of skims loungewear, this versatile collection is suited for loungewear and active wear also

Each set of skims comes with a matching candle featured in the last photo (requires the bathroom clutter kit )

This is a 10 piece collection consisting of 2 bralettes, long sleeved tshirt, tank top, briefs, shorts, leggings, sliders, socks and a candle. All items are colour coordinated so you can easily mix and match the whole collection. Even the candle has the exact same swatches. There is a branded swatch and also a plain swatch too just incase you don't want to use the logo

Each item excluding the socks and candle has 26 swatches

Base game compatible except from the candle

I have organised all of my CAS CC so that all of my items are bunched together instead of being scattered around, this will make it easier for you to find everything

My colour palette is below for you to have a look at

Now available for free over on my patreon page here

Feel free to tag me on my socials @vixonspixels if you do use my content, I'd love to see it on other peoples sims 🤍

[davan221]

Honeymoon - Mini Set

Grab this 4 piece mini set, inspired by Ariana Grande's 10th Anniversary of "Yours Truly." All Items are base game compatible and available for Teen-Elder feminine framed sims. Public release 12.14.23

Download | Support Me | Instagram

*Now Available for Everyone*

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Studio Ghibli tattoos!

I'm back with another tattoo set! Originally i wanted to create starfires tattoos from the comic by Kami Garcia and Gabriel Picolo, and so i drew these adorable little soot sprites that she has on her arm and i was obsessed with them so i thought, why not just make a whole ghibli set and i love how they turned out! they're defo not perfect but im still really happy with them. if you have any issues let me know, and i hope that you guys enjoy <33

BGC

13 swatches (one swatch with all the tattooos together and individual swatches)

teen to elder, both frames

custom thumbnail

credit goes to the og artists, i found most of these off of pintrest and google!

DOWNLOAD: (free as always) SFS | (alt) MEDIAFIRE

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Amelia Hair

A semi-medieval inspired hair. I drew inspiration for this from that one hair from TS3 Medieval, but I made it a little bit more modern ⭐

Base Game Compatible

Hat Compatible

Comes with an optional flowers accessory

24 EA swatches

Custom Thumbnails

Disabled for Random

This hair is not in Early Access and can be downloaded immediately ♡

For future references I usually upload 3 hairs to go into 3 weeks early access with a hair becoming public every 7 days. You can read more about my Patreon down below.

DOWNLOAD | PATREON | TWITTER