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PayPal Successfully Gains Patent for Cryptocurrency Ransomware and Malware Protection
Known as the go-to company for international payments solutions online, PayPal has since been officially awarded the patent for a unique method that would be able to detect specific kinds of cryptocurrency malware and mitigate the effects it may have. дальше »
2019-4-18 19:27 | |
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Report: Cryptocurrency ransomware payments up 90%, thanks to Ryuk
Ransomware attacks are still doing the rounds and one in particular appears to be gaining pace. Cryptocurrency payments made to ransomware attackers increased nearly 90 percent in Q1 2019 over the previous quarter, according to ransomware support firm Coveware’s latest report. дальше »
2019-4-18 16:00 | |
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The Average Bitcoin Ransomware Payment has Risen to $12,762
In the cryptocurrency world, it would appear most of the discussions pertaining to ransomware have quieted down. Not because the industry is no longer lucrative, but simply because such attacks have seemingly become so common it isn’t necessarily newsworthy anymore. дальше »
2019-4-18 11:08 | |
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Lazarus Hacker Group Continues to Target Crypto Using Faked Trading Software
This article was originally published by 8btc and written by Lylian Tang. The Chinese security service provider 360 Security has issued a warning that a large number of crypto exchanges have been targeted by the North Korean hacker group Lazarus and that the number is still rising after the recent hacks of crypto exchanges DragonEx, Etbox and BiKi. дальше »
2019-4-2 21:54 | |
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Cryptocurrency recovery firm Prudensolve joins Coinfirm AMLT Token Network
CryptoNinjas To help fight crypto scams, blockchain asset recovery firm PrudenSolve announced it has joined Coinfirm’s AMLT Token Network, a solution allowing the global economy to provide data to fight ransomware, hacking, malware and other online fraud and scams touching the cryptocurrency economy. дальше »
2019-3-13 14:27 | |
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Coinfirm redesigns crypto AML/KYC platform, improves risk report
CryptoNinjas Coinfirm, a provider of data to fight ransomware, hacking, malware and other online fraud and scams involving the cryptocurrency economy, announced today that its platform has been fully redesigned to better serve as a one-stop shop solution. дальше »
2019-3-5 03:50 | |
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WEX (Formerly BTC-e) Used to Clean Up to $6 Million From SamSam Ransomware
According to a report by respected accountancy firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), the individuals behind the SamSam ransomware attack are connected to the controversial cryptocurrency exchange WEX (formerly BTC-e). дальше »
2019-3-5 02:00 | |
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Cryptocurrency exchange WEX/BTC-e tied to Bitcoin ransomware hackers, report
Big four accountancy group PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has issued a special bulletin connecting the Iranian nationals behind notorious SamSam ransomware and the incredibly infamous cryptocurrency exchange WEX (formerly BTC-e). дальше »
2019-3-4 20:20 | |
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IBM: Cybercriminals Are Moving On From Ransomware to Cryptojacking
IBM researchers have found that cryptojacking dominated the cryptocurrency cybercrime scene in 2018, overtaking ransomware attacks. Experts say the comparatively less intrusive and stealthy nature of malicious crypto-mining is the primary reason why it is fast becoming the attack vector of choice for cybercriminals. дальше »
2019-3-3 14:30 | |
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Cybercriminals Ditch Ransomware and Malware-Based Attacks for Cryptojacking: IBM Study
Increased security measures and awareness are driving cybercriminals to change their techniques in search of a better return on investment, ditching ransomware and malware-based attacks for cryptojacking attacks, according to a new study by IBM. дальше »
2019-2-28 20:03 | |
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Coinbase Snaps Up Blockchain Intelligence Startup Neutrino
U. S. -based digital asset platform Coinbase has acquired blockchain intelligence startup Neutrino. The company made the news known earlier today, February 19, 2019, but the cost of the acquisition was not disclosed. дальше »
2019-2-20 23:12 | |
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Coinbase Neutrino Acquisition Reveals History Of Spying and Gov’t Data Selling
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is facing an increasing publicity nightmare after it emerged the CEO of a company it took over sold private user data to governments. Coinbase: Neutrino ‘Will Help Prevent Theft’ Announced February 19, Coinbase now owns Italian blockchain surveillance startup Neutrino, having acquired the company for an undisclosed sum. дальше »
2019-2-19 20:00 | |
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Crypto Goes Beyond Speculation, the 8 Most Common Crypto Transaction Types
While speculative investments remain the most popular type of crypto transaction, it is far from being the only type. The world of crypto transactions also includes legal purchases, ransomware, money laundering, Darknet transactions, and more. дальше »
2019-1-27 16:04 | |
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New Anatova Cryptocurrency Malware Found Impersonating Apps, Stronger Than Ryuk Ransomware
New Crypto Malware Found Impersonating Apps A new crypto malware called Anatova has been discovered and according to researchers, has grave potential. One of the most important facts to note about this new malware is that it often tricks users into downloading them. дальше »
2019-1-24 23:52 | |
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Watch out for this new cryptocurrency ransomware stalking the web
Researchers have discovered “Anatova”, a brand new family of cryptocurrency-fuelled ransomware, and they warn it has the potential to become outright dangerous. Cybersecurity firm McAfee explained Anatova hides in seemingly innocuous icon files – usually the same popular games or applications – in order to fool the user into downloading the malware. дальше »
2019-1-23 19:58 | |
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Monero Top Coin For Crypto Criminals, 5% of Total Supply Lost to Malware
Cryptocurrency mining malware took over from ransomware and other forms of malware last year as the top scourge of the internet. It comes as no surprise that Monero is still the coin of choice for crypto criminals looking to pilfer resources from the unsuspecting masses. дальше »
2019-1-10 09:23 | |
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Cryptojacking Outpaces RansomWare As The Biggest International Cyber Security Threat Per Kaspersky Lab
Move Over RansomWare – The Biggest International Cyber Threat Is Rapidly Becoming Illegal Cryptocurrency Mining Is Fast Taking Over The Number One Spot With the increasing growth of literacy in using computers, this means that over a billion people every year are learning to get online. But with that comes an increasing number of people […] дальше »
2018-12-15 22:56 | |
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Report: No Correlation Between Crypto Mining Attacks and Legal Status of Cryptocurrency in the Country
The growing popularity of cryptocurrencies has forced cybercriminals to invest resources in the development of more robust mining technologies to replace the typical ransomware Trojans, reports Kaspersky Lab’s cyber threat research arm Securelist, November 28, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-1 00:00 | |
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Pirated Content and Software Drives Malicious Crypto Mining, Says New Report by Kaspersky Lab
Cryptocurrency mining malware attacks, which infected over five million people in the first three quarters of 2018 alone could be entering your systems via pirated software and content. Malicious cryptocurrency mining is the biggest threat to internet users in 2018, leaving behind ransomware which had been most prevalent over the last few years. дальше »
2018-11-30 15:59 | |
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Bitcoin Ransomware: The U.S. Indicts Iranians Over $6 Million Cryptocurrency Cyber-crimes
The U. S. Justice Department recently announced the indictment of two Iranians involved in a high-profile Bitcoin ransomware attack. Iranian Hackers Collect Bitcoin as Ransom According to a report by The Washington Post, the Justice Department of the United States on Wednesday (November 28) announced the indictment of two Iranian nationals involved in cryptocurrency ransomware attacks, […] The post Bitcoin Ransomware: The U. дальше »
2018-11-29 12:16 | |
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U.S Sanctions First Bitcoin Addresses
The U. S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has taken action against two Iranian ransomware “facilitators. ” The actions include publishing the perp’s cryptocurrency wallet addresses, and warning the cryptocurrency and financial communities that anyone transacting with the accused could be subject to secondary sanctions. дальше »
2018-11-29 08:00 | |
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US Gov’t Sanctions First Bitcoin Addresses
The U. S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has taken action against two Iranian ransomware “facilitators. ” The actions include publishing the perp’s cryptocurrency wallet addresses, and warning the cryptocurrency and financial communities that anyone transacting with the accused could be subject to secondary sanctions. дальше »
2018-11-29 08:00 | |
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[VIDEO] Top Bitcoin, Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Daily News Recap: November 28th
Fidelity Investments' Crypto Venture Capital Fund Activates Again, Significant Innovation Coming Fidelity Investments' Crypto Venture Capital Fund Activates Again, Significant Innovation Coming Malaysia's Finance Minister Announces Crypto Plans For Blockchain Regulations in 2019 Malaysia's Finance Minister Announces Crypto Plans For Blockchain Regulations in 2019 US Treasury Department's OFAC Links Multiple Bitcoin Wallets to Ransomware Ordeal […] дальше »
2018-11-29 07:32 | |
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Make-A-Wish Website Infected With Cryptojacking Malware CoinImp Via Dupalgeddon 2 Vulnerability
Earlier this year, Forbes reported that crypto jacking is now the world’s most popular cyberthreat after displacing ransomware from the top spot. Apparently, the threat is now so prevalent that hackers are indiscriminate when it comes to their target. дальше »
2018-11-21 14:29 | |
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Hackers launch affiliate scheme to incentivize Bitcoin (BTC) ransomware
Researchers have unearthed a new cryptocurrency ransomware scheme that implicates a group of Russian-speaking hackers into stealing large sums of Bitcoin (BTC) from unsuspecting victims – and laundering the stolen funds on an obscure cryptocurrency gambling site, reported TheNextWeb. дальше »
2018-11-1 18:21 | |
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Hackers launch cunning affiliate scheme to incentivize Bitcoin ransomware
Researchers have unearthed a new cryptocurrency ransomware scheme that implicates a group of Russian-speaking hackers into stealing large sums of Bitcoin from unsuspecting victims – and laundering the stolen funds on an obscure cryptocurrency gambling site. дальше »
2018-10-31 16:00 | |
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North Korean Hacking Group Lazarus Behind $571M in Hacks Since January 2017
North Korean cybercrime hacking group The Lazarus Group is currently the biggest crypto hacking syndicate in the world, having stolen millions worth of cryptocurrencies from online exchanges. дальше »
2018-10-20 00:22 | |
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Ransomware Overtakes Cryptojacking as Cybercriminals’ Favorite Weapon
Malwarebytes says ransomware attacks are the current favorite method of crypto hackers and cybercriminals. The cybersecurity outfit believes the continued decline in cryptocurrency prices, as well as the ease of detecting cryptojacking exploits, is the reason for the swing towards crypto-ransomware. дальше »
2018-10-17 10:00 | |
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Crypto Cybercrime Has Tripled Since 2017; Nearly $1 Billion Lost in 2018
Most digital exchanges are unregulated and therefore unqualified to safely process cryptocurrency transactions. They don’t employ necessary know-your-customer (KYC) tactics, and roughly $1 billion in digital asset funds have been stolen since the start of 2018. дальше »
2018-10-13 23:34 | |
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Bitcoin Ransomware Strikes Port of San Diego
A cybersecurity breach at the Port of San Diego on September 25 described as “serious cybersecurity incident” by Port CEO Randa Conglio was, in fact, a ransomware attack by cybercriminals demanding bitcoin. дальше »
2018-10-1 02:00 | |
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Monero slams crypto-jackers after mining malware hits government sites
The Monero community has publicly denounced the individuals behind the massive cryptocurrency mining malware campaign, designed to steal users’ computing power to illegitimately bank on XMR. “The Monero community condemns this malicious, non-consensual use of equipment to mine,” the statement reads. дальше »
2018-9-28 16:38 | |
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Hackers Using Software Vulnerability Stolen From the NSA to Illicitly Mine Crypto
In a 25-page report released Wednesday, the Cyber Threat Alliance (CTA) detailed the worrying rise of illicit cryptocurrency mining in 2018; specifically, how hackers are using a software vulnerability leaked from the NSA last year to do it. дальше »
2018-9-20 01:00 | |
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Cryptocurrency Malware Education – XBash
A lot of things are happening in the world of malware and ransomware. Cryptocurrency remains a very prominent target for criminals in this regard. A new malware, which goes by the name of Xbash, seems to combine all of the worst aspects of different malware types into one. дальше »
2018-9-19 05:10 | |
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Hackers Recycle old Ransomware for new Crypto Malware
Cybersecurity experts at Fortinet and Kaspersky have discovered new cryptocurrency malware that has been developed using updated versions of known ransomware according to September 5, 2018, reports. Cryptojacking Malware If you have been following blockchain media, you will be aware of the aggressive surge in cryptocurrency mining malware that allows hackers to implement code into a website that mines cryptocurrency...The post %%POSTLINK%% appeared first on %%BLOGLINK%%. дальше »
2018-9-10 19:00 | |
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Mega’s Chrome Extension Hit by Hackers With Cryptocurrency-Stealing Malware
As cryptocurrencies are becoming mainstream, hackers are finding new ways to hack into user’s accounts and steal their digital coin holdings. From ransomware attacks to attacks on cryptocurrency exchanges, hackers have done it all. дальше »
2018-9-7 08:19 | |
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An Investor Explains How He Lost His Life’s Savings in Cryptocurrencies
The dark side of cryptocurrency is often discussed as a series of hacks, ransomware attacks and high-profile thefts. However, for an average investor, a series of bad decisions could end up being one of those dark stories. дальше »
2018-8-23 20:23 | |
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The PGA Falls Victim To Bitcoin Ransomware Attack
While cryptocurrency prices have taken a tumble, with valuations falling by upwards of 70%, ransomware still seems to be a medium of attack for cryptocurrency-focused hackers. As per an article from Golfweek, the Professional Golfers Association, a group of the best golfers from around the globe, has fallen under a cyberattack. дальше »
2018-8-10 21:51 | |
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Iranian Ransomware Threat May Increase for Cryptocurrencies, According to Accenture
A new report by global management consulting firm Accenture is sending shockwaves in the world of technology. Titled “Cyber Threatscape Report 2018,” the document focuses on the rise of Iranian ransomware that demands cryptocurrencies. дальше »
2018-8-10 20:30 | |
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PGA Falls Victim to Cryptocurrency Ransomware Attack
Cyber-criminals engaging in cryptocurrency ransomware have found another victim: the Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA). Suspected hackers have hijacked the computer servers of the American PGA and demanded a ransom in Bitcoin. дальше »
2018-8-10 19:16 | |
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Iranian Hackers using Ransomware to hoard Bitcoin
With its economy already in shambles and with harsh sanctions from the United States looming, Iran has been increasingly turning to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to make transactions. Of course hackers from the country are also in on this cryptocurrency gold rush. дальше »
2018-8-9 21:42 | |
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Malware Mining Now More Dangerous than Ransomware, according to Report
Illicit cryptocurrency mining, or “cryptojacking,” has become more popular among cybercriminals than ransomware, according to a report by Skybox Security. In its mid-year update, the firm said that crypto miners now account for 32 percent of all cyberattacks, while ransomware only makes up 8 percent. дальше »
2018-7-19 23:11 | |
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Op Ed: Addressing the Threat of Cryptomining Malware
One major class of attacks to hit the hacking landscape recently is cryptomining. While cryptomining on its own supports a good cause when being done consciously, it also allows nefarious actors to make a lot of money fast, and, with the sheer number of cryptocurrencies available to mine, it is becoming a popular choice for attackers. дальше »
2018-7-18 23:18 | |
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Rakhni Malware Re-emerges With Cryptocurrency Coin Mining Addition
An old ransomware, indeed one of the first in the market, is trying to attack new victims as technology improves. Named Rakhni, the ransomware will be adding a crypto mining component that is able to be deployed on some computers. дальше »
2018-7-12 09:10 | |
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Cryptojacking Is Still a Booming Business, McAfee Labs Report Confirms
Developers of malicious software have shown a great aptitude for cryptocurrency integration. This has become painfully obvious due to the recent malware and ransomware trend. In this day and age, most criminals are interested in cryptojacking, which still remains a very profitable venture. дальше »
2018-7-1 23:00 | |
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Cryptojacking Overtakes Ransomware as King of Cryptocrime
A recent report published by internet security company, Kaspersky Labs, reveals that cases of computers becoming infected with ransomware are rapidly vanishing, and that malicious cryptocurrency mining, also known as ‘cryptojacking’, is beginning to take its place. дальше »
2018-6-30 15:33 | |
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The FBI Agent estimates 130 Crypto Investigations Annaye
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is currently running 130 different cryptocurrency-related investigations, Bloomberg reported Wednesday. FBI Supervisory Special Agent Kyle Armstrong told the Crypto Evolved conference in New York that the agency is investigating a variety of crimes, including human trafficking, drug transactions, kidnapping and ransomware, which have a cryptocurrency component, according to дальше »
2018-6-28 12:04 | |
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130 Crypto Related
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is currently running 130 different cryptocurrency-related investigations, Bloomberg reported Wednesday. FBI Supervisory Special Agent Kyle Armstrong told the Crypto Evolved conference in New York that the agency is investigating a variety of crimes, including human trafficking, drug transactions, kidnapping and ransomware, which have a cryptocurrency component, according to дальше »
2018-6-28 08:32 | |
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