Researchers discover malware that records users’ screens when they watch porn

Tech	2019-8-15 23:19

Researchers from antivirus developer ESET recently discovered a new form of spam-delivered malware that threatens to steal unsuspecting users’ passwords and financial information, and record their screens if they watch pornography.

The virus is called Varenyky and it’s a doozy. It’s apparently been designed to target customers of French ISP Orange SA, but the researchers indicate there’s nothing stopping someone from using the same malware on other ISPs or in other areas. It’s delivered via a very official looking email that appears to be a phone bill. Unsuspecting victims believe they’re opening a document that’s been protected and secured by…

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Researchers detect new malware targeting Kubernetes clusters to mine Monero

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2021-2-5 16:53	malware
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This spooky Monero-mining malware waits to be controlled remotely

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a mysterious new strain of cryptocurrency mining (cryptomining) malware that employs powerful techniques to avoid detection and analysis. Software firm Varonis determined the malware is based on Monero mining software XMRig, which is open source and hosted on GitHub.

2019-8-15 23:42	hard fork
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Researchers uncover a new piece of RAT malware that targets cryptocurrency users

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2019-8-9 18:04	hard fork
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New Android ‘sex simulator’ ransomware spreads via SMS messages

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2019-7-31 14:19	Tech
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It’s 2019 and Google still can’t keep malware out of its Android app store

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2019-7-16 14:40	Tech
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CRISPR is less like molecular scissors and more like molecular malware

Last week I read an article about CRISPR, the latest tool scientists are using to edit DNA. It was a great piece – well researched, beautifully written, factually accurate. It covered some of the amazing projects scientist are working on using CRISPR, like bringing animals back from extinction and curing diseases.

2019-7-14 15:15	Tech
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Facebook removes accounts used to distribute malware since 2014

Facebook has shut down more than 30 accounts that were found to be spreading Remote Access Trojans (RATs) through malicious links that claimed to inform users about the ongoing political crisis in Libya.

2019-7-2 15:12	Tech
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ESET Cybersecurity Researchers Discover A Virtual Crypto Mining Threat ‘LoudMiner’

Cyber Security Researchers at ESET- a cyber security firm- have uncovered a new threat in the form of a persistent and unusual mining software, which as of now has been categorized as Malware and has been dubbed- “LoudMiner”, Cointelegraph reports.

2019-6-24 21:47	cryptojacking
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Moonday Mornings: Elon Musk and John McAfee cryptocurrency scams are back

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2019-6-24 10:55	hard fork
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Study: Google Play is riddled with thousands of data-stealing counterfeit apps

Google’s Android is facing a tough battle against malware apps, and there seems no end in sight. According to new research, Google’s Play Store is riddled with thousands of possible malware-ridden counterfeit apps and games.

2019-6-24 10:22	Tech
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Unique multi-platform Monero mining malware targets audio engineer pirates

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2019-6-20 16:42	hard fork
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Yet another cryptocurrency mining botnet caught targeting China

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2019-6-13 16:02	hard fork
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Cryptocurrency hackers sneak malware into Oracle servers to mine Monero

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2019-6-11 13:22	hard fork
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Hackers hid malware in a fake trading app to steal your cryptocurrency

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2019-6-6 16:16	hard fork
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BlackSquid Malware Exploiting Web Servers to Mine Monero (XMR)

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered BlackSquid, a new malware family that exploits unpatched loopholes in web servers, network drives, and removable drives to mine privacy-centric monero (XMR), according to a TrendMicro report on June 3, 2019.

2019-6-5 09:00	XMR
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New cryptocurrency mining malware is spreading across Thailand and the US

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2019-6-4 15:50	hard fork
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Researchers Say 50,000 Servers Worldwide Infected With Privacy Coin Cryptojacking Malware

As many as 50,000 servers worldwide have allegedly been infected with an advanced cryptojacking malware that mines privacy-focused cryptocurrency turtlecoin

2019-5-29 17:55	cybersecurity
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As Bitcoin surges, hackers rush to spread cryptocurrency malware on Google Play

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2019-5-23 13:25	hard fork
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New Crypto Mining Malware Beapy Uses Leaked NSA Hacking Tools: Symantec Research

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2019-4-25 15:36	USA
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Steam vulnerability exposed users to account hijacking and malware

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2019-3-21 19:42	security
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Scam Emails and Clipboard Hijackers Proliferate to Pilfer Bitcoin

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2019-3-16 00:35	#scams
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Moonday Mornings: Google Play caught hosting cryptocurrency-stealing app

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2019-2-11 12:52	hard fork
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Google Play Store Caught Hosting Fake Metamask Crypto Malware

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2019-2-11 11:01	Mining
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New Mac Malware Can Steal Crypto from Exchanges, Can it be Prevented?

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2019-2-2 21:32	Samsung
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CookieMiner Malware Tries to Hack Mac Users’ Cryptocurrency Exchange Accounts, Report

Mac users face a new malware threat in the form of CookieMiner, which researchers warn can hack their exchange accounts

2019-2-2 13:40
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New macOS malware steals your cookies to swipe your cryptocurrency

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2019-1-31 17:00	hard fork
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New Malware Attacks Hold ASIC Miners to Ransom

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2019-1-24 21:37
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New Malware Attacks Hold ASIC Miners to Ransom By Threat of Overheating

2019-1-25 21:37
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New Anatova Cryptocurrency Malware Found Impersonating Apps, Stronger Than Ryuk Ransomware

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2019-1-24 23:52	News
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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.

2019-1-23 19:58	hard fork
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Study Finds 4 Percent of Monero Mined via. Malware over the Last 12 Years

Researchers at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid and King’s College London have found that from 2007 to 2018, around $57 Million of Monero was mined via. Malware, January 3, 2019. Background of the Study The joint study co-authored and compiled by two researchers was published January 3, 2019, and it states that four percent of the Monero mined over the.

2019-1-23 20:00
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Study Finds 4 Percent of Monero Mined with Malware over the Last 12 Years

2019-1-23 20:00
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Cryptocurrency mining malware has become self-aware (kinda)

A common form of cryptocurrency mining malware has evolved and is now able to switch off security services to continue mining without being detected. Security researchers at Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42 discovered that the malware used by cryptojacking group “Rocke” is able to gain administrative privileges to Linux-based cloud servers and uninstall vital security programs.

2019-1-17 18:18	hard fork
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Report: GitHub hosts the most cryptocurrency mining malware of any site

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2019-1-10 14:47	hard fork
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Security Researchers Reveal Wallet Vulnerabilities On Stage at 35C3

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2019-1-1 19:15	Privacy & security
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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.

2018-12-18 06:20	malware
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Researchers Discover Next-Gen Cryptojacking Malware

Researchers discover Monero mining cryptojacker that evaded detection by constant improvements.

2018-12-10 20:59	News
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Researchers Claim 400,000+ MikroTik Routers Infected With Mining Malware

MikroTik mining malware was first discovered in Brazil in August, but the virus continues to spread all over the world.

2018-12-7 23:50	Technology
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415,000 routers worldwide hijacked to secretly mine cryptocurrency

Researchers have discovered over 415,000 routers across the globe have been infected with malware designed to steal their computing power and secretly mine cryptocurrency. The attack, which is still ongoing, affects MikroTik routers in particular.

2018-12-4 20:38	hard fork
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Check Point Software Detects ‘KingMiner’ Crypojacking Malware Is Evolving Amongst Crypto Mining Bots

Just When You Thought It was Safe To Go Into Mining: New Mining Malware Seen To ‘Evolve' According To Researchers According to new research by the Israel-based cybersecurity company, Check Point Software Technologies, a new form of crypto mining malware, referred to as ‘KingMiner‘ is seen to be ‘evolving'. This news is according to research […]

2018-12-1 23:34	News
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Researchers Say KingMiner Malware Is Evolving

The malware can delete old versions of itself to evade detection.

2018-12-1 21:35	Technology
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New Crypto Mining Malware Seen to ‘Evolve,’ Say Researchers

Researchers at cybersecurity firm Check Point say a relatively new form of crypto mining malware, dubbed KingMiner, is “evolving.”

2018-11-30 18:00	cryptojacking
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Research: Crypto Mining Malware Still Abundant Despite Market Decline

Researchers at Kaspersky Labs have released a report stating that 2018 has been the year of the crypto-miners. Previous years were noted for ransomware or browser hijackers but this year has seen the biggest rise in mining malware designed to commandeer unsuspecting computers for their processing power.

2018-11-29 14:00	XMR
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Botnet operators ditch DDoS attacks for cryptocurrency mining malware

Leading cybersecurity unit Kaspersky Labs has warned hackers are “reprofiling” the world’s most well-known botnets en masse in order to spread their cryptocurrency mining malware as widely as possible.

2018-11-28 18:56	hard fork
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Hackers infect official Make-A-Wish site with cryptocurrency mining malware

It seems crypto-jackers have absolutely no ethical standards. After governments, universities, and technology giants, even charitable organizations are finding themselves at the receiving end of cryptocurrency malware.

2018-11-19 19:42	United States
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McAfee Labs Report: Crypto-Jacking Malware Mining Several Coins on Host System Detected

A report submitted by McAfee researchers on November 12, 2018, claims that a new crypto mining malware capable of mining different cryptocurrencies depending on the host’s system is on the loose. Russian Malware Attacks Global Networks Crypto-jacking malware and its attack vectors are becoming more efficient by the day.

2018-11-16 20:00	XMR
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McAfee Labs discovers Russian malware mining Monero (XMR) and Zcash (ZEC)

McAfee Labs researchers have discovered new Russian malware, dubbed WebCobra, which harnesses victims’ computing power to mine Monero (XMR) and Zcash (ZEC). “Coin mining malware is difficult to detect.

2018-11-14 16:49	zec
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New Russian malware mines different cryptocurrency based on your system

Is your computer suddenly sluggish and hot all the time? You might have fallen victim to this new Russian malware designed to steal your computing power to secretly mine cryptocurrency. Researchers from McAfee labs have discovered a new breed of crypto-jacking malware which cannibalizes your computing power to mine Monero or Zcash.

2018-11-13 19:56	hard fork
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Switzerland: Trojan horses are evolving to target cryptocurrency exchanges

A computer virus that mines the anonymous cryptocurrency Monero has been ranked as the sixth most significant malware to hit Switzerland in the first half of this year. Swiss researchers also discovered that cybersecurity threats once focused on breaking into online banking services have pivoted to more efficiently attack cryptocurrency exchanges.

2018-11-8 19:33	hard fork
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