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2019 Saw Most Exchange Attacks Ever, With Hackers Becoming More Savvy
According to Chainalysis, 2019 saw a rise in cryptocurrency exchange attacks, with hackers getting better at dodging security and obscuring loot. The post 2019 Saw Most Exchange Attacks Ever, With Hackers Becoming More Savvy appeared first on Bitcoin Magazine. дальше »
2020-1-23 00:39 | |
Russian Hackers Leverage PowerTrick as a Stealthy an Fileless Backdoor
Hackers and criminals continue to step up their game. It now seems a fileless backdoor for major targets is making the rounds in Russia. Most people may have heard of the TrickBot group. It is one of Russia’s premier hacking collectives, and one that keeps sophisticating its attacks. дальше »
2020-1-13 01:30 | |
Kaspersky: Lazarus Hackers To Steal Crypto Using Telegram in ‘Operation AppleJesus Sequel’
The Moscow-based cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has informed cryptocurrency users that North Korean hackers have developed new ways of delivering malware through Telegram. Kaspersky has been looking at the latest attacks of the Lazarus Group, a North Korea-related cybercrime organization that has also conducted the AppleJesus attack on some of the most important crypto exchanges in […] дальше »
2020-1-10 22:16 | |
Forex Firm Travelex Hacked By REvil, Hit With $6 Million Bitcoin Ransom Demand
Travelex, a foreign exchange firm was attacked by a group of cyber hackers who demanded ransom worth $6 million. The firm is the newest casualty in an ongoing explosion of ransomware attacks where hackers are looking for cryptocurrency payouts. дальше »
2020-1-8 19:10 | |
Litecoin Address Analysis Discovers A Sprinkling of “Dusting Attacks” on LTC Network
There are many different ways for hackers to attack the cryptocurrency sector, but dusting attacks are perhaps the most seemingly harmless. This type of attack sends a small number of coins to a few known addresses, which wouldn’t move the market by much. дальше »
2019-12-16 16:33 | |
Iran Successfully Averted two Cyber Attacks This Week
Cyber attacks have become very common over the past few years. It would appear hackers are primarily targeting entire nations, rather than individual targets. One country dealing with plenty of cyber attacks is Iran. дальше »
2019-12-16 07:00 | |
VeChain Foundation BuyBack Wallet Hacked, $6.6 Million in VET Stolen, Investigation Underway
Hackers have continually gone after the cryptocurrency industry, making many cryptocurrency opponents concerned over the possible attacks that can be inflicted upon exchanges and online wallets. On Friday, December 13th, as if to commemorate the superstitious day, a hacker infiltrated the buyback wallet launched by VeChain Foundation. дальше »
2019-12-14 23:42 | |
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 | |
Iran’s APT33 Hacking Unit Targets Industrial Control Systems
For quite some time now, there have been claims as to how Iran has state-funded hacking groups under its control. Those rumors will only be reinforced following a string of recent attacks against industrial control systems executed by APT33. дальше »
2019-11-24 06:00 | |
Mexico: State-Owned Oil Firm Targeted in $5 Million Bitcoin Ransomware Attack
Petroleos Mexicanos (PEMEX), a state-owned petroleum company established in 1938, has suffered a ransomware attack that has succeeded in shutting down its computers and online payment systems. The hackers are demanding for 565 BTC and have given the firm a 48-hour deadline to send the money. дальше »
2019-11-13 14:00 | |
The Essential Crossroads of Privacy and Blockchain
Data breaches occur every passing minute of every passing day. From SIM swap attacks on mobile phones to major data breaches that have exposed the confidential information of millions to hackers, protecting our data and our identity has become a top priority for consumers and businesses alike. дальше »
2019-11-7 15:36 | |
Russian cyber spooks piggyback Iranian hackers to spy on 35 countries
Cybercriminals with ties to the Russian government have been found to piggyback on hacking tools developed by Iranian threat groups to mount their own attacks against 35 countries. The findings — based on a joint report by the US National Security Agency and the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) — reveal the focus of the activity was largely in the Middle East, where the targeting interests of both Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) overlap. дальше »
2019-10-22 10:07 | |
US Hospitals are Paying into Hackers Ransomware Demands to Remove Ryuk Attacks
A group of hackers is threatening hospitals from all over the world with a malware called Ryuk. Now, some hospitals from the United States have decided to pay up the ransomware to get rid of this problem, the Next Web’s Hard Fork reported. дальше »
2019-10-8 00:46 | |
10 Ways Hackers Will Try to Steal Your Bitcoin
Casa CEO Jeremy Welch gave a talk on the various threats associated with Bitcoin security at the recent Baltic Honeybadger 2019 conference in Riga, Latvia. As part of his talk, Welch provided thirteen examples of how Bitcoin users could lose access to their funds. дальше »
2019-10-7 15:15 | |
Crypto Warning: Imposter Trezor Bitcoin Wallet Website Targets Users By Using URL Typos
While the developers of trezors argue that Trezor wallet is a safe and secure way to keep your cryptocurrencies from cyber attacks and hackers, the question now arises is it still safe? A Redditor has apparently spotted an imposter website for Bitcoin hardware wallet Trezor. дальше »
2019-10-5 17:09 | |
State-sponsored Chinese hackers have been targeting Southeast Asia since 2013
Researchers have revealed a previously undocumented threat actor of Chinese origin that has run at least six different cyber espionage campaigns in the Southeast Asian region since 2013. The research — disclosed by Palo Alto Networks’ threat intelligence team Unit 42 — linked the attacks to a group (or groups) it called PKPLUG, named after its tactic of delivering PlugX malware inside ZIP files, which are identified with the signature “PK. дальше »
2019-10-4 15:23 | |
In-person meatspace protocol to prove unconditional possession of a private key
Recommended pre-reading: https://ethresear. ch/t/minimal-anti-collusion-infrastructure/5413 Alice slowly walks down the old, dusty stairs of the building into the basement. She thinks wistfully of the old days, when quadratic-voting in the World Collective Market was a much simpler process of linking her public key to a twitter account and opening up metamask to start firing off votes. дальше »
2019-10-2 04:03 | |
Cryptojacking Campaigns Rose 29% in Q1, McAfee Says
In the first quarter of 2019, cryptojacking campaigns aimed at victims’ PCs to mine cryptocurrencies rose 29%, according to a recent report by security software provider McAfee. Hackers Target Windows PCs to Mine Monero The antivirus maker founded by crypto fan John McAfee discovered that both Windows and Apple ecosystems are equally vulnerable to cryptojacking campaigns. дальше »
2019-8-30 16:00 | |
US preps voting systems against ransomware attacks ahead of 2020 elections
The US government is looking to protect voter registration databases and systems from ransomware threats ahead of the 2020 presidential election. The Cybersecurity Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) — a division of the Homeland Security department instituted by president Donald Trump in November last year — fears the databases could be at the receiving end of a ransomware attack. дальше »
2019-8-27 09:31 | |
Hackers behind Texas ransomware attacks want $2.5 million
The threat actor behind the coordinated ransomware attack against multiple Texas local governments may have gained access to its computer systems via a third-party software provider. According to NPR, which first reported the development, the attackers want a collective ransom of $2. дальше »
2019-8-23 15:22 | |
UN Accuses North Korea Of Being Responsible for Cyberattacks in 17 Countries
The United Nations have recently accused South Korean hackers and the government of being responsible for carrying out 35 cyberattacks. According to the UN, 17 countries were affected by the attacks, which were allegedly orchestrated in order to fund the development of mass destruction weapons. Now, a new report has been published and they claim […] дальше »
2019-8-13 22:10 | |
Chinese government suspected of supporting attacks on cryptocurrency exchanges
Many attacks on cryptocurrency exchanges were executed by hacker units created by the Chinese authorities, researchers suggest. Hackers also help gather economic and political intelligence data. дальше »
2019-8-21 15:03 | |
Microsoft: Russian government hackers are targeting IoT devices
Microsoft today warned that Russian government hackers have been using video decoders, printers, and internet of things devices to breach computer networks. In a blog post, the Microsoft Threat Intelligence Center wrote that the “devices became points of ingress from which the actor established a presence on the network and continued looking for further access. дальше »
2019-8-6 03:36 | |
Bitcoin ransomware attacks on the rise
Companies and governments around the world are being targeted by ransomware attackers. The hackers encrypt data and disable IT systems before demanding payment in exchange for the decryption key. дальше »
2019-7-28 10:00 | |
Second City in Florida Gives in and Pays over $500,000 to Hackers in BTC
Cities in the United States are under attack from hackers. In recent times, cities like Baltimore in Maryland, Cartersville in Georgia and Lynn in Massachusetts have all suffered attacks. And now, a city in the state of Florida has caved in and decided to pay the hackers. дальше »
2019-6-27 18:17 | |
Hackers are turning our AI security systems against us — but they can be stopped
With the use of AI growing in almost all areas of business and industry, we have a new problem to worry about – the “hijacking” of artificial intelligence. Hackers use the same techniques and systems that help us, to compromise our data, our security, and our lifestyle. дальше »
2019-6-22 17:00 | |
Crypto Hackers Have Targeted 20% of Users on Bitcoin Exchanges: Kaspersky
By CCN Markets: 19 percent of survey participants have reported that they had experienced hacking attacks on cryptocurrency exchanges while 15 percent of consumers have become victims of crypto fraud, Kaspersky says. дальше »
2019-6-22 12:01 | |
Mozilla fixes second Firefox zero-day bug used in Coinbase hack attempts
Mozilla has patched its Firefox browser for a second time in response to a spearphishing campaign targeting employees of cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase, ZDNet reports. According to ZDNet, hackers have been attempting to phish Coinbase staff with emails containing links to malicious websites. дальше »
2019-6-21 15:08 | |
Cryptocurrency hackers sneak malware into Oracle servers to mine Monero
Security researchers have identified yet another cryptocurrency mining malware. This time it’s installing itself on enterprise application servers, and using a clever trick to remain hidden. If that wasn’t enough, the malware has already claimed its first major victim: Oracle servers. дальше »
2019-6-11 13:22 | |
North Korea exploiting apertures in crypto-space to steal cryptocurrencies, claims FBI Deputy Assistant Director
United States jurisdiction body recently said that North Korean hackers were deeply involved in carrying out well-planned cyber attacks associated with cryptocurrencies. These attacks were carried out on the world’s strongest economy at large-scale to slow down the economic growth. дальше »
2019-6-1 20:00 | |
New Update Will Make Dash Immune To 51 Percent Attacks
Hackers are still one of the biggest threats to Proof-of-Work networks. In the past year, digital thieves have used rented hash power to stage successful attacks on Vertcoin, Verge , Bitcoin Gold, Ethereum Classic, and several other cryptocurrencies, most of which have never recovered. дальше »
2019-5-24 02:01 | |
Teenage California Crypto Thieves Pinch $35 Million in SIM Swap Scam
By CCN: Hackers, many in their teens, have drained the accounts of more than 50 Californian victims in a $35 million SIM swap heist. Officials estimate that in total, $50 million has been stolen in related attacks around the US since the beginning of 2018. дальше »
2019-5-23 15:59 | |
Six hackers charged over SIM swapping attacks
Six individuals from a hacking group known as ‘The Community’ have been charged with stealing over $2.4 million in cryptocurrency using the SIM swapping method. What is SIM swapping and how can you prevent it? дальше »
2019-5-15 16:00 | |
Irish Hacker and Cohort could be Sentenced for Stealing $2.4 Million Worth of Cryptocurrencies
A group of six hackers by the name “The Community” are to be sentenced to more than 20 years each in prison for stealing more than $2. 4 million worth of cryptocurrencies using multiple SIM swap attacks, Independent IE reported May 13, 2019. дальше »
2019-5-14 05:00 | |
Cyber insurance is worth the hype — if you let hackers write your policy
I read Rami Sass’ recent piece here on Podium about how cyber insurance is overhyped. While he raised great questions about the current pricing models and fear-driven tactics used to sell coverage, I wanted to share a different perspective and address his concerns. дальше »
2019-5-9 08:30 | |
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 | |
Credit Card Malware Hackers Attack Atlanta Hawks Online Store
There are all sorts of companies and organizations that suffer data breaches and cyber attacks all over the world, including some of the most powerful and influential corporations in the world. It appears as though the latest victim is none other than the online store of the professional American basketball team the Atlanta Hawks, whichRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-4-25 09:00 | |
Bitcoin Hackers Take Tactics to a New Level, Threatening Sextortion for Crypto Payments
Hackers in the cryptocurrency world are willing to go to great lengths to get their funds, especially when hidden attacks are not their preference. There have been many ransomware attacks, but recent actions against a small Kansas town are taking a much more personal approach. дальше »
2019-4-24 02:31 | |
Crypto Project Takes on ‘Nonethical Hackers’ With Tech to Stop 51% Attacks
A crypto project has unveiled new technology that it believes will ensure the crypto industry enjoys strong security in the future #SPONSORED
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Malwarebytes Labs Report: Electrum Wallet Bitcoin Phishing Attacks Account for $4 Million in Theft
The cryptocurrency market has had their share of scams through the years, with hackers attacking at every single weak point they can find. Hackers have plagued this nascent industry frequently, and a recent report from Malwarebytes Labs says that one of the recent groups of victims is that of the users of the Electrum Bitcoin […] дальше »
2019-4-17 23:56 | |
Behind the scenes: Electrum hackers steal $4M with Bitcoin phishing attacks
Electrum Bitcoin wallet users have lost 771 BTC (approximately $4 million) since late December 2018, in an ongoing series of targeted phishing attacks. According to research released by Malwarebytes Labs, fraudsters were able to trick unsuspecting users into downloading a malicious version of the wallet by exploiting a weakness in the software. дальше »
2019-4-16 18:02 | |
North Korean Hackers Pivot Towards Cryptocurrency to Fund Country’s Nuclear Program
North Korean hackers with the backing of Pyongyang are targeting cryptocurrency exchange platforms as part of efforts to raise funding for the country’s nuclear weapons program. Wired reports that several international cybersecurity experts believe a hacking syndicate based in the country is also responsible for attacks against banks across the globe. дальше »
2019-4-5 13:00 | |
11 ways to educate your consumers about malware, phishing or other cyberattacks
While companies are quick to integrate new technologies to stay ahead of their competitors, every new technology also comes with risks. Malware, phishing and other cyberattacks are an all-too-common occurrence — especially following the implementation of newer technologies. дальше »
2019-4-5 12:00 | |
The Hacking of Dragonex: What’s The New Call for Better Exchange Security Look Like?
Security breaches to online cryptocurrency exchange platforms is not new. Infact, many hackers specifically devote their time, energy and resources in targeting exchange with big assets to attack and this act calls for improved awareness and cryptographic innovations that would protect blockchain platforms from such malicious attacks. As encrypted as the blockchain system is, it […] дальше »
2019-4-5 01:05 | |
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 | |
Bitcoin exchange DragonEx ‘hacked for undisclosed amount’
Cryptocurrency exchange DragonEx says it has been hacked, although it is not yet known how much has been lost in the alleged attack. The Singapore-based company announced the news on its official Telegram channel on Monday. дальше »
2019-3-26 14:22 | |