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Crypto firms beware: Lazarus’ new malware can now bypass detection

DIGIT — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 03:04:57 +0000

The malware payload “LightlessCan” — used in fake job scams — is far more challenging to detect than its predecessor, warns cybersecurity researchers at ESET.

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Russia, US in Top 3 for Crypto-Related Threats, Cybersecurity Report Unveils

DIGIT — Mon, 04 Oct 2021 03:00:27 +0000

Threats related to cryptocurrency have followed prices, decreasing significantly after the market slump in May, suggests a recent report released by a leading internet security firm. Detections fell by almost a quarter but Russia remains the most affected country, with the U.S. ranking in the top three as well. ESET: 1 in 10 Crypto-Focused Threats […]

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Crypto Cyberthreats Spike This Year With Russia Hit the Hardest, Report Reveals

DIGIT — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 19:45:45 +0000

Cyberthreats related to cryptocurrencies have increased with rising demand for the digital assets, a study has concluded. Russia, Thailand and Peru are the most affected countries by malicious attacks designed to exploit the heightened interest in decentralized money, the authors point out. Booming Crypto Markets Bring Out Cybercriminals Despite the ongoing Covid pandemic still leading […]

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Report: Covid-19 Caused 50% of Adults Aged Between 35 and 44 to Embrace Cryptocurrencies

DIGIT — Tue, 16 Mar 2021 07:17:57 +0000

A new study, which was undertaken by the Slovakian internet security company Eset, finds 50% of 35 to 44-year-olds have become involved in cryptocurrencies since the pandemic. The figure, the highest for any age group, underscores the role Covid-19 restrictions had in forcing citizens from six countries into embracing crypto assets. Changed Habits and Preferences […]

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Research: New Malware Employs Tor and Bittorrent To Steal Bitcoin and Ether

DIGIT — Fri, 04 Sep 2020 09:30:39 +0000

A new trojan called Krypto Cibule uses infested computers’ power to mine cryptocurrency, steal crypto wallet files, and redirect incoming digital assets to a hacker address. The malware rides on the Tor network and the Bittorrent protocol to perform attacks, according to an extensive report by cybersecurity company, ESET. “Krypto Cibule is spread through malicious […]

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Bitcoin in Brief Tuesday: Crypto Bets, Viruses, Messages, All Because of Football

DIGIT — Tue, 19 Jun 2018 12:18:56 +0000

The world loves football (or soccer) and crypto companies won’t let the craze expire without tapping into it. Fans can now make predictions and place bets on a blockchain-based platform with a prize fund in cryptocurrency. Unfortunately, not only legitimate businesses, but also scammers have been trying to take advantage of the emotions surrounding the […]

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