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PSA: Stay away from this ‘Bitcoin Collector’ app – it’s malware
Have you come across a new “Bitcoin Collector” program promising up to $45 worth of free cryptocurrency each day? It might sound enticing, but best to stay away: the app is a virus designed to infect your system with ransomware or password-stealing malware. дальше »
2019-5-27 13:30 | |
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As Bitcoin surges, hackers rush to spread cryptocurrency malware on Google Play
An unfortunate consequence of Bitcoin’s price revival in recent weeks is the resurgence of cryptocurrency malware on Google Play. ESET security researchers, have verified that there were at least two apps on Google Play specifically designed to steal users’ coins. дальше »
2019-5-23 13:25 | |
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Check Point Research Report Shows Crypto Miners Are The Three Most Common Malware
According to a report released on May 14 by Check Point, the three most common malware variants were related to crypto miners. Check Point Research explained that the malware called Cryptoloot was the biggest threat last month. дальше »
2019-5-17 01:24 | |
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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 | |
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Crypto Miners Dominate Top 10 List of Most Prolific Malware Threats
A global threat report has concluded that the three most common malware variants detected in April were crypto miners
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No, end-to-end encryption isn’t a marketing gimmick
There’s bad takes, and then there’s bad takes. An example of the latter comes from Bloomberg Opinion columnist Leonid Bershidsky, who thinks that today’s WhatsApp security woes proves that end-to-end encryption is “a gimmick” and “largely pointless. дальше »
2019-5-15 00:03 | |
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Hackers Exploit Confluence Vulnerability to Plant Crypto Mining Malware
As bitcoin (BTC) and other digital assets keep growing in value and use case, cyberpunks are also upping their game with each passing day, formulating new ways of enriching themselves with ‘dirty crypto. дальше »
2019-5-13 17:00 | |
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Binance hacked for over $40M worth of Bitcoin
Binance suffered what it’s calling a “large scale security breach” yesterday evening. The hackers were able to transfer 7,000 Bitcoin (over $40 million at the time of writing) in one transaction from the company’s hot wallet. дальше »
2019-5-8 11:17 | |
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Criminals Raise the Stakes in Crypto Mining Malware Using Confluence Exploit Per Trend Micro Find
Cybercriminals are getting bolder and smarter all the time and it is hard to keep up with them, as they keep finding new exploits in several pieces of software. Now, it was recently discovered by the security intelligence company Trend Micro that the Confluence software, created by Atlassian, was used to spread crypto mining malware. […] дальше »
2019-5-8 02:30 | |
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The Malware that Hacks Computer Servers to Mine Cryptocurrency
In an exclusive report to TechCrunch, Boston-based security firm, Threat Stack, revealed the discovery of a new variation of the Shellbot malware that was capable of breaking into crypto miners’ computers and using their resources to mine cryptocurrencies. дальше »
2019-5-3 09:00 | |
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New Malware, Shellbot Revealed, with the Ability to Create Crypto Using Others’ Resources, Be Aware
On Wednesday, May 1, 2019, security-focused firm, Threat Stack disclosed the findings of a relatively new malware called Shellbot to TechCrunch. As per the claims made, Shellbot – which was first discovered on an unnamed US firm’s server – has the ability to infect computers with Linux servers that carry easy-to-break into passwords, and then […] дальше »
2019-5-2 01:53 | |
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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 | |
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Cryptojacking Malware Hackers Shift Gears to Target Businesses Rather Than Crypto Investors
Hackers have been plaguing the cryptocurrency world for quite some time, often going through phishing schemes or similar scams. Cryptojacking, for example, is a process that involves hacking into a computer to mine Bitcoin without the user even knowing. дальше »
2019-4-30 19:59 | |
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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 | |
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This New Crypto Malware Infects Windows PCs Asking For Ledger Recovery Phrase
Hardware wallet manufacturer, Ledger, has warned its users that a new malware affecting Windows users is attempting to obtain… The post This New Crypto Malware Infects Windows PCs Asking For Ledger Recovery Phrase appeared first on Invest In Blockchain. дальше »
2019-4-29 11:26 | |
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New Malwarebytes Report: Crypto Mining Malware is Down Nearly 80% Since Coinhive Shut Down
Crypto mining malware has reduced drastically along side crypto prices, but this is not due to the bear market. New studies state that occurrences of browser hijack are less likely to occur now that a major crypto menace has been put offline. дальше »
2019-4-28 20:15 | |
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Cryptojacking Malware Beapy Primarily Targets Chinese Enterprises
Over the past 18 months, the cryptojacking threat has become all the more tangible. Whereas consumers were among the first wave of “targets'< it now seems most of these attempts are shifting to a completely different audience. дальше »
2019-4-27 19:00 | |
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New Cryptojacking Campaign Infects Asia Using More Profitable Tactics
Cryptojacking — the process of infecting computers with malware to mine cryptocurrency — has declined alongside prices during cryptowinter. But like any dextrous organism facing extinction, the virus and its propagators are adapting. дальше »
2019-4-27 22:07 | |
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Ledger Detects a Phishing Malware, Warns Users Not To Enter 24-Word Recovery Phrase
French-based cryptocurrency wallet service provider, Ledger warned its users that malware had been detected that replaces the Ledger Live desktop app. The malware tricks the victims into entering their 24-word recovery phase. дальше »
2019-4-26 18:59 | |
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Monero [XMR]: Malware ‘Beapy’ targets Chinese enterprises; reportedly ‘faster than CoinHive’
Security breaches in the cryptocurrency space have been a common phenomenon, with several attacks having occurred over the past couple of months and resulting in the loss of cryptocurrencies worth millions. дальше »
2019-4-25 17:30 | |
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New cryptocurrency malware hijacks China’s enterprises to mine Monero
A dangerous new wave of cryptocurrency mining malware has struck the internet, and it has already infected thousands of high-value enterprises across Asia. Known as “Beapy,” the malware uses leaked NSA exploits and hacked credentials to spread through exposed networks as quickly as possible. дальше »
2019-4-25 13:19 | |
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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 | |
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Malware Crypto Ransoms Rose By Almost 90% in Q1: Report
The average payout for ransomware attacks rose dramatically in the first quarter of 2019 – largely due to one variant called Ryuk. дальше »
2019-4-19 17:30 | |
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Mueller Report: Russia Used Bitcoin to Fund DNC Hacks
An intelligence branch of the Russian government used bitcoin to fund its cyberwarfare efforts to interfere with the 2016 U. S. presidential election, the Mueller Report claims. дальше »
2019-4-19 23:21 | |
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PayPal Wins Patent for Ransomware Detection Solution
Global payment processing platform PayPal has been awarded a patent for a technique that can help with the timely detection and reduction of ransomware attacks. Ransomware attacks are a form of malware that takes over the victim's computer, locks up the files therein and demands a ransom before the files can be accessed again — often to be paid in cryptocurrency. дальше »
2019-4-19 21:17 | |
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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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Two Hackers Are Convicted for Infecting over 400,000 Computers with Malware and Stealing Millions
A federal jury convicted two hackers on 21 counts of cybercrimes including infecting computers with malware to steal credit card information. The culprits also attempted to sell sensitive data on dark web marketplaces, engaged in online fraud and illegally mined digital currencies. дальше »
2019-4-16 13:00 | |
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Cybercriminals Convicted of Using Crypto Malware on 400,000 Computers, Millions Lost in Theft
On April 11, 2019, a federal jury convicted Bogdan Nicolescu and Radu Miclaus of Romania on 21 counts pertaining to a scheme to infect computers using malware technology. The malware was used to steal sensitive information relating to the victims’ credit card and other personal information. дальше »
2019-4-12 18:38 | |
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Romanian duo convicted in US for using cryptocurrency malware-mining to steal millions
Two Romanian residents have been convicted of infecting over 400,000 individual computers with malware in order to mine cryptocurrency and steal victims’ data to sell on the dark web. Bogdan Nicolescu, 36, and Radu Miclaus, 37, were convicted by a US jury following a 12-day trial of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, conspiracy to traffic in counterfeit service marks, aggravated identity theft, conspiracy to commit money laundering, and 12 counts each of wire fraud. дальше »
2019-4-12 15:31 | |
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Electrum Servers Remain Under Sustained DoS Attack
Electrum servers are still under a sustained Denial-of-Service (DoS) attack. The wallet developers announced the issue on April 7, 2018. In correspondence with Bitcoin Magazine, Electrum developer Thomas Voegtlin speculated that the attack may be a form of retaliation from a phishing attacker who has been targeting Electrum in recent weeks. дальше »
2019-4-11 21:47 | |
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Bitcoin Wallet Electrum’s Servers Are Under Massive Attack
Electrum Bitcoin wallet users should ensure that they’re using the latest version and that it’s from an official source. If users find themselves urged to “update” by the client, they should know that there is no update mechanism within Electrum itself. дальше »
2019-4-8 20:03 | |
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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 | |
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Windows 10’s next update will give you more freedom to upgrade when you want
It’s a good idea to update your computer. Updates keep you safe from ever-evolving malware and sometimes include cool new features. But updates can break things too. That’s why some users have been annoyed at Microsoft’s stringent update policies with Windows 10, especially considering how frequently the OS is updated. дальше »
2019-4-5 00:00 | |
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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 | |
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Android Malware Attacking Cryptocurrency and Bank Apps
Gustuff, a vicious Trojan horse created by a Russian-speaking cybercriminal known as “Bestoffer”, is now attacking Android smartphones with the sole aim of stealing users’ cryptos and fiat contained in the apps, reports TNW on March 28, 2019. дальше »
2019-3-30 00:00 | |
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Cybersecurity Firm Uncovers New Malware Targeting Android Devices
The new malware has a lot of tricks up its sleeve.
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Cryptojacking: Malicious Cryptocurrency Mining Is not a Crime, Japanese Court Rules
A court in Japan has acquitted an individual accused of embedding a cryptojacking malware in his website to surreptitiously mine cryptocurrency using the computing power of the visitors to the site. Local Japanese media platform, The Mainichi reports that the court ruled that such activity wasn’t a criminal offense. Meanwhile, Internet security experts continue toRead More дальше »
2019-3-29 20:00 | |
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Here’s how personalized ransomware attacks work, and how to protect yourself
Once a piece of ransomware has got hold of your valuable information, there is very little you can do to get it back other than accede to the attacker’s demands. Ransomware, a type of malware that holds a computer to ransom, has become particularly prevalent in the past few years and virtually unbreakable encryption has made it an even more powerful force. дальше »
2019-3-28 19:54 | |
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New Android malware targets 32 cryptocurrency apps and 100 international banks
A brand-new generation of Trojan horse malware for Android phones has been revealed, tailored specifically towards stealing fiat and digital assets from customers of top international banks and cryptocurrency exchanges. дальше »
2019-3-28 12:59 | |
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