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Beware of ‘Clipper Malware’: Binance warns of crypto fraud
Binance has issued a global alert about a rising malware threat targeting cryptocurrency users. Known as “Clipper malware,” the malicious software alters wallet addresses during transactions, leading to financial losses if the wallet user doesn’t catch on, according to Binance. … дальше »
2024-9-14 17:43
German regulator warns of new banking and crypto malware ‘Godfather’
The “Godfather” malware is also known to target 110 cryptocurrency exchange platforms and 94 cryptocurrency wallet apps.
дальше »2023-1-10 16:42
Fake Solana wallet security update is trying to steal your crypto: Reports
Password-stealing malware is being spread by hackers through NFT airdrops purporting to be Solana Phantom security updates.
дальше »2022-10-12 07:25
Sneaky fake Google Translate app installs crypto miner on 112,000 PCs
Dressed up as legitimate desktop software, this sneaky malware has infected thousands of machines across 11 countries, forcing them to unknowingly mine Monero (XMR). дальше »
2022-9-1 05:13
GitHub faces widespread malware attacks affecting projects, including crypto
The developer who found the vulnerability requested developers sign their revisions with the GPG key to ensure all their revisions on the project can be verified. дальше »
2022-8-4 16:43
Blockchain security firm warns of new MetaMask phishing campaign
Blockchain security firm Halborn has warned users of the latest phishing emails doing the rounds.
дальше »2022-8-1 07:13
Ape-themed airdrop phishing scams are on the rise, experts warn
As the crypto community notices and calls out such scams, the fraudsters tend to turn off replies to their tweets to prevent being exposed as scammers. дальше »
2022-5-4 11:54
Why hardware wallets might not offer as much protection as you think, explained
Hardware wallet brands have been built on the promise of security — but in some cases, these devices aren’t as air gapped as you might think. дальше »
2021-9-15 17:00
Researchers detect new malware targeting Kubernetes clusters to mine Monero
The malware campaign has not been active since it was first detected in January, leading researchers to believe that it "may still be in the reconnaissance and weaponization stage." дальше »
2021-2-5 16:53
Iranian hackers use cryptojacker to bypass sanctions, says report
Cybersecurity firm SophosLabs has traced MrbMiner, a new cryptojacking virus that primarily targets powerful database servers, back to a small software company in Iran, according to a report published yesterday. дальше »
2021-1-22 21:00
Hacker Group Amassed $7M in Crypto by Selling Stolen Credit Cards
Hackers profited over $7 million by selling the data via dark web.
дальше »2020-7-8 22:06
Ransomware Gang Auctions Off US Healthcare Data for Bitcoin
NetWalker continued to launch ransomware attacks to the healthcare sector during the COVID-19 pandemic.
дальше »2020-6-20 22:49
Hackers Increasingly Rely on Trojans to Deploy Ransomware Attacks
Kroll’s Cyber Risk team has detected a growing trend in the use of banking trojans to launch ransomware attacks.
дальше »2020-6-11 20:30
Hackers are Using Coronavirus Maps to Spread Malware
Online security researchers warn that hackers have found another way to use the coronavirus outbreak — by infecting people through malicious coronavirus maps. Hackers have been using the fear of the coronavirus to spread an infection of their own in the form of malware that has been discovered within coronavirus tracking maps. дальше »
2020-3-18 02:10
‘CovidLock’ Exploits Coronavirus Fears With Bitcoin Ransomware
The CovidLock ransomware changes a device’s screen lock password, demanding $100 worth of BTC in exchange for as password that restores access to the phone
дальше »2020-3-15 18:26
Former CIA Software Dev Who Allegedly Leaked Hacking Tools Gets a Mistrial
A U. S. federal judge declared a mistrial in a case involving an ex CIA software engineer who supposedly leaked secret hacking tools to WikiLeaks. This Monday, a U. S. federal judge in a Manhattan court ruled the case against a former CIA software developer a mistrial. дальше »
2020-3-11 14:20
Could Crypto Exchanges, Wallets be Targeted with Banking Trojans?
Sophisticated malware strains that usually target online banking services may pivot towards crypto exchanges and wallets in 2020. RATs Could Target Crypto Exchanges and Wallets in 2020 According to a report by Dutch-based cybersecurity firm ThreatFabric, hackers may use banking trojans to target crypto exchanges and wallets in 2020. дальше »
2020-3-4 17:00
Crypto Cybersecurity Threats Down 78% in H2 2019
Despite being flagged as the greatest cybersecurity threat at the start of last year, crypto malware-related hacks (cryptojacking) were down by 78% in the second half of 2019. Cases of Cryptojacking Down By 78% Cryptojacking, that nasty little malware that infects your device, sucks its CPU and forces it to mine crypto is becoming less of a threat. дальше »
2020-2-5 18:27
Hackers Embed Crypto Mining Script in Late Kobe Bryant’s Wallpaper
Cybercriminals are reportedly exploiting the death of former basketball star Kobe Bryant, by preying on the sentiments of unsuspecting victims looking to download images of the late sports legend. Microsoft’s security team recently found a malicious crypto-mining script embedded in the wallpaper of late Kobe Bryant. дальше »
2020-2-1 22:00
Fake Ledger Chrome Extension Causes Major Problems
It appears that there are a fair few of malicious Chrome extensions out there. Albeit Google removed two of them, a new fake offering claiming to be a Ledger product has shown up. Ledger is one of the most popular hardware wallet manufacturers in the world. дальше »
2020-1-3 01:30
New Mac Malware Hides in Memory and Masquerades as a Crypto App
A new form of malware is almost invisible to anti-virus software. дальше »
2019-12-10 23:30
Crypto Users Beware: Your Smart TV Might Rob You
Oregon FBI recently issued a cybersecurity warning to Smart TV owners stating that hackers can remotely turn on built-in microphones and cameras to spy on them. Could your crypto be at risk? About 10 days ago, on November 26, 2019, Oregon FBI released another warning regarding modern technology and its vulnerability to hacking attacks. дальше »
2019-12-6 14:17
Hackers are Stealing Crypto Using Clipper Malware
Hackers can steal crypto payments by using a relatively new malware that replaces the receiving address between copying and pasting. Don’t CTRL+C CTRL +V According to a report from February of this year, a security researcher called Lukas Stefanko discovered that hackers had brought the so-called Clipper Malware to Google Play via infected cryptocurrency apps. дальше »
2019-12-4 12:16
Was Hack on Indian Nuclear Plant Used to Test Cyber Intrusion Abilities?
The Nuclear Power Corporation of India has confirmed the discovery of malware on its network. According to a statement, the infection was found on a central computer that was not connected to the more sensitive internal systems. дальше »
2019-11-1 21:09
Bitcoin theft carried out for 3 years via malware-infected Tor Browser
A malware-laden unofficial version of Tor Browser was being used by hackers to spy on Bitcoin users and steal their crypto. This compromised version of the privacy-focused Tor Browser was loaded with malicious tools which helped criminals to steal small amounts of Bitcoin since 2017 when the victims tried to pay on darknet websites. дальше »
2019-10-19 19:00
New Malware Swaps Out Crypto Wallet Addresses as You Type Them
A newly discovered piece of malware can secretly steal your crypto wallets and passwords. дальше »
2019-9-28 20:00
Cyber Criminals Netted $4.3B From Crypto-Related Crime in 2019: Study
Thefts, scams and other misappropriation of funds from digital currency holders and exchanges have resulted in a $4.3 billion in losses throughout 2019, according to CipherTrace
дальше »2019-8-13 21:26
BitMEX Observes Increase in Attacks on Accounts, Stresses Security Measures
Cryptocurrency exchange BitMEX has noticed an uptick in attacks on user accounts and has advised clients to observe certain security measures
дальше »2019-6-12 00:06
ASUS Update Service Allegedly Spreads Malware After MitM Attack
None of the technology firms in existence today wants to be associated with nefarious activity. In the real world, however, it is not as easy to avoid such situations. For ASUS, its update mechanism has fallen victim to more abuse by criminals. дальше »
2019-5-17 23:00
Report: DDoS Malware Attacks on Electrum Affects 152,000 Hosts
A report from Malware Bytes Labs, April 29, 2019, reveals the long-standing malware issue in the Electrum wallet has reached 152,000 hosts. Users were asked to update their wallets after which they were infected with a bug. дальше »
2019-5-1 13:00
Number of Infected Electrum Bitcoin Wallets Reaches 152,000
Anti-malware software firm Malwarebytes discovered that the number of infected Electrum wallets has amounted to 152,000
дальше »2019-4-30 23:46
Crypto Wallet Manufacturer Ledger Detects Malware Targeting its Desktop Application
Ledger, a crypto wallet startup, tweeted Friday, April 25, 2019, that they have detected a malware that could possibly replace the Ledger Live desktop application with a malicious one. “Only” a Phishing Attack After detecting the malware that had affected their systems, Ledger was quick to warn its users through their tweet. дальше »
2019-4-29 21:00
Crypto Wallet Startup Ledger Detects Phishing Malware Targeting Desktop App
Hardware crypto wallet manufacturer Ledger has warned users about malware targeting its desktop app
дальше »2019-4-27 22:49
Major Web Browser Firefox by Mozilla Now Blocks Web-Based Cryptojacking
Mozilla Firefox has launched anti-crypto mining protection option in its latest Nightly 68 and Beta 67 browser versions
дальше »2019-4-10 20:38
This New Android Malware Targets 32 Crypto And 100 Bank Apps – Here’s How Not To Get Hacked
A new form of Trojan horse malware targeting Android phones, specifically with the intention of stealing crypto assets of… The post This New Android Malware Targets 32 Crypto And 100 Bank Apps – Here’s How Not To Get Hacked appeared first on Invest In Blockchain. дальше »
2019-4-1 10:15
Report Shows Cryptojacking Is Prime Example of Shift Towards Discreet Cyberattacks
Cybercriminals are reportedly favoring “low and slow” approaches in attacks made for financial gains, and cryptojacking is a prime example of this shift, the report notes
дальше »2019-3-14 19:50
Fake MetaMask App That Hijacks Ethereum dApps Removed By Google
Google, at the start of the month, removed yet another malware app used by hackers to steal cryptocurrencies. Experts at IT security firm, Eset tipped off the company to the presence of a fake MetaMask app on the Google Play Store. дальше »
2019-2-11 16:00
Cryptocurrency Scam Alert: Mac Exchange Users Targeted
Reports by a cyber security firm claim to have identified a piece of malware designed to beat the two-factor authentication commonly used to help protect various online accounts. The software steals credentials, including browser cookies, to allow access to cryptocurrency exchange accounts. дальше »
2019-2-1 00:00
Research Reveals $1.7 Billion Obtained via Crypto Thefts and Scams in 2018
A newly published report reveals that about $1.7 billion in cryptocurrency had been obtained via illicit means in 2018
дальше »2019-1-30 15:10
Hackers Still Favor Cryptojacking Malware Despite Bearish Cryptocurrency Market Conditions
According to a Checkpoint report, cryptocurrency mining malware has topped the 2018 threat index list despite the bear market. Learn more here. The post Hackers Still Favor Cryptojacking Malware Despite Bearish Cryptocurrency Market Conditions appeared first on CoinCentral. дальше »
2019-1-21 16:44
Malware Found on a Movie Downloaded via Torrent Steals your Crypto and Poisons your Search Results
The plans of the security researcher under with the twitter username 0xffff0800 to spend a relaxing movie night at home did not turn out as he expected since after downloading a movie from a torrent uploaded to The Pirate Bay, he found a new (and interesting) type of malware that almost infects his computer. дальше »
2019-1-18 04:28
Report: Critical Vulnerabilities Leaking User Data Found on DX.Exchange, Patched Later
Estonia-based cryptocurrency and tokenized stock exchange DX.Exchange has reportedly patched a critical vulnerability that leaked sensitive user data
дальше »2019-1-10 18:25
Kaspersky Lab: Middle East, Turkey and Africa Region Records 4-Fold Increase in Cryptomining Attacks
In 2018, Kaspersky Lab recorded a 4-fold increase in cryptomining attacks in the Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META) region from 3. 5 million in 2017 to 13 million this year, the firm said on December 14. дальше »
2018-12-19 02:57
L0rdix Malware Steals Data and Mines Cryptocurrency on Windows Machines
There has never been a shortage of malware or other tools which try to harm computer users. A new type of malicious software has researchers somewhat concerned. As has become the norm, the tool mainly targets Windows users. дальше »
2018-12-18 06:20
Hackers Are Spreading Crypto Mining Malware via Routers
A new report has revealed that hackers have exploited approximately 400,000 routers for crypto mining purposes using malware. Read about it here. The post Hackers Are Spreading Crypto Mining Malware via Routers appeared first on CoinCentral. дальше »
2018-12-13 16:49
Fornite Players Becomes the Latest Victims of Bitcoin Stealing Malware
Criminals have shown a keen interest in cryptocurrency over the past few years. Tackling this industry is done through many different ventures, all of which tend to be quite prominent in their own way. дальше »
2018-10-5 16:00
Bitcoin Wallet Identifier Discovered in Fortnite Season 6 Hacks
Malwarebytes Labs recently discovered malware in one of the many Fortnite game hacks that enumerate victims’ Bitcoin wallets. The California-based IT security firm found the malware after riddling through many fake Fortnite hacks that sought users to participate in surveys or download suspected files. дальше »
2018-10-4 17:00
Bitcoin ATM Malware for Sale on the Dark Web
Malware targeting Bitcoin ATMs has reportedly been found online for sale on underground dark web sites that sell various illegal goods and services. The malware does not come cheap, as it is being sold for $25,000. дальше »
2018-8-12 00:00
Report: Ready-to-Use Malware for Bitcoin ATMs Found for Sale Online
A Japanese cybersecurity firm has found Bitcoin ATM malware accompanied by a card with a malicious code for sale on an underground forum
дальше »2018-8-9 04:49
Indie Game Delisted From Steam Marketplace for Alleged Cryptojacking and Scams
Valve has pulled a game from its Steam marketplace for deceptive practices and cryptojacking
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