Tag: crypto
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Crypto heist proceeds exceed $2B amid more attacks
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in SecurityNewsFirst seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/crypto-heist-proceeds-exceed-2b-amid-more-attacks
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North Korean Hackers Stole $1.34 Billion in Crypto in 2024
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in SecurityNewsNorth Korean hackers stole $1.34 billion in cryptocurrency in 2024, more than half of the $2.2 billion stolen in all crypto hacks, and the attacks by threat groups linked to the rogue nation are becoming more frequent and are happening more quickly. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2024/12/north-korean-hackers-stole-1-34-billion-in-crypto-in-2024/
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Rspack npm Packages Compromised with Crypto Mining Malware in Supply Chain Attack
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in SecurityNewsThe developers of Rspack have revealed that two of their npm packages, @rspack/core and @rspack/cli, were compromised in a software supply chain attack that allowed a malicious actor to publish malicious versions to the official package registry with cryptocurrency mining malware.Following the discovery, versions 1.1.7 of both libraries have been unpublished from the npm registry.…
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Crypto Roundup: LastPass Breach Linked to $5.4M Crypto Theft
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in SecurityNewsAlso, CoinLurker Malware Steals Data via Fake Updates. Every week, Information Security Media Group rounds up cybersecurity incidents in digital assets. This week, LastPass breach linked to $5.4M crypto theft, CoinLurker malware steals data via fake updates, cryptocurrency key to 27 million euro seizure and nearly 800 arrested in crypto-romance scam. First seen on govinfosecurity.com…
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Cryptocurrency hackers stole $2.2 billion from platforms in 2024
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in SecurityNews$2.2 billion worth of cryptocurrency was stolen from various platforms in 2024, Chainalysis’ 2025 Crypto Crime Report has revealed. Of that sum, $1.34 billion was stolen … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2024/12/19/cryptocurrency-hackers-stole-2-2-billion-from-platforms-in-2024/
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Chainalysis: $2.2 billion stolen from crypto platforms in 2024 cyberattacks
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in SecurityNewsResearchers at Chainalysis tallied up the known thefts from cryptocurrency platforms in 2024, pegging the total at $2.2 billion, the fifth year in a row that the number topped $1 billion.]]> First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/cryptocurrency-platforms-2-billion-stolen-2024-chainalysis
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North Korea-linked hackers accounted for 61% of all crypto stolen in 2024
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in SecurityNewsAlongside the rising adoption and value of crypto assets, theft is also on the rise. This year, the total value of cryptocurrency stolen surged 21%, reaching a substantial $2.2 billion. And according to a Chainalysis report released on Thursday, more than half of this amount was stolen by North Korea-affiliated hacking groups. Earlier this year,…
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Crypto-Hackers Steal $2.2bn as North Koreans Dominate
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in SecurityNewsMainly North Korean hackers stole over $2bn from crypto platforms in 2024, says Chainalysis First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/cryptohackers-steal-22bn-north/
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Biggest Crypto Scam Tactics in 2024 and How to Avoid Them
Stay alert to crypto scams with our guide to 2024’s top threats, including phishing, malware, Ponzi schemes, and… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/biggest-crypto-scam-tactics-in-2024-avoid-them/
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Malicious Microsoft VSCode extensions target devs, crypto community
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in SecurityNewsMalicious Visual Studio Code extensions were discovered on the VSCode marketplace that download heavily obfuscated PowerShell payloads to target developers and cryptocurrency projects in supply chain attacks. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/malicious-microsoft-vscode-extensions-target-devs-crypto-community/
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Weiterer Krypto-Diebstahl: Lastpass-Hacker erbeuten an nur zwei Tagen Millionen
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in SecurityNewsEnde 2022 hatten Hacker verschlüsselte Lastpass-Tresore erbeutet. Darauf basierend sind nun schon wieder Kryptos im Wert von 12 Millionen US-Dollar gestohlen worden. First seen on golem.de Jump to article: www.golem.de/news/weiterer-krypto-diebstahl-lastpass-hacker-erbeuten-an-nur-zwei-tagen-millionen-2412-191833.html
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Nigeria Cracks Down on Cryptocurrency Investment Fraud and Romance Scams
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in SecurityNewsThe suspects were apprehended in a surprise operation at their hideout in Lagos following intelligence received by Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/nigeria-cracks-down-cryptocurrency/
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LedgerKampagne: Fake E-Mail will an eure Krypto-Wallets
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in SecurityNewsAchtung Phishing-Welle!! Gut gemachte Phishing-E-Mails zielen auf Ledger-Recovery-Phrasen ab. So schützt ihr eure Krypto-Wallet. First seen on tarnkappe.info Jump to article: tarnkappe.info/artikel/krypto/ledger-phishing-kampagne-fake-e-mail-will-an-eure-krypto-wallets-306406.html
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INTERPOL Pushes for “Romance Baiting” to Replace “Pig Butchering” in Scam Discourse
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in SecurityNewsINTERPOL is calling for a linguistic shift that aims to put to an end to the term “pig butchering,” instead advocating for the use of “romance baiting” to refer to online scams where victims are duped into investing in bogus cryptocurrency schemes under the pretext of a romantic relationship.”The term ‘pig butchering’ dehumanizes and shames…
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New fake Ledger data breach emails try to steal crypto wallets
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in SecurityNewsA new Ledger phishing campaign is underway that pretends to be a data breach notification asking you to verify your recovery phrase, which is then stolen and used to steal your cryptocurrency. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-fake-ledger-data-breach-emails-try-to-steal-crypto-wallets/
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DORA steht vor der Tür
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in SecurityNews
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Technical Analysis of RiseLoader
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in SecurityNewsIntroductionIn October 2024, Zscaler ThreatLabz came across malware samples that use a network communication protocol that is similar to RisePro. However, unlike RisePro which has primarily been used for information stealing, this new malware specializes in downloading and executing second-stage payloads. Due its distinctive focus and similarities with RisePro’s communication protocol, we named this new…
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FBI Busts Rydox Marketplace with 7,600 PII Sales, Cryptocurrency Worth $225K Seized
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in SecurityNewsThe U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) on Thursday announced the shutdown of an illicit marketplace called Rydox (“rydox.ru” and “rydox[.]cc”) for selling stolen personal information, access devices, and other tools for conducting cybercrime and fraud.In tandem, three Kosovo nationals and administrators of the service, Ardit Kutleshi, Jetmir Kutleshi, and Shpend Sokoli, have been arrested. Ardit…
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Professions That Are the Most Exposed to Cybersecurity Threats
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in SecurityNewsExplore the professions most vulnerable to cybersecurity threats in 2025, from IT pros to crypto investors. Learn how… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/professions-most-exposed-to-cybersecurity-threats/
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Crypto Roundup: Crypto Pros Targeted with Fake Meeting Apps
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in SecurityNewsAlso, Australian Fines Kraken AU$8 million Over Breaches. This week, scammers targeted crypto workers with fake meeting apps, Australia fined Kraken crypto exchange operator Bit Trade and a Los Angeles federal court ordered five individuals to pay $5 million. Polish police detained a Russian former exchange operator and FTX debtors clawed back more cash. First…
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The Growing Importance of Secure Crypto Payment Gateways
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in SecurityNewsLearn how cryptocurrency’s rapid growth brings risks like fake payment gateways and online scams. Discover tips to stay… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/growing-importance-secure-crypto-payment-gateways/
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Triad Nexus, Chinese Hackers Using 200,000 Domains For Widespread Cyber Attack
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in SecurityNewsResearchers identified FUNNULL, a Chinese CDN, as hosting malicious content, which includes fake trading apps for financial fraud, gambling sites likely used for money laundering, and phishing login pages targeting luxury brands. The gambling sites use algorithmically generated domains and Tether cryptocurrency, possibly to bypass blocking and facilitate cross-border money flows. FUNNULL acquired polyfill.io, a…
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Smashing Security podcast #397: Snowflake hackers, and under the influence
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in SecurityNewsA Canadian man is arrested in relation to the Snowflake hacks from earlier this year – after a cybersecurity researcher managed to track his identity, and a cryptocurrency-trading Instagram influencer is in trouble with the law. First seen on grahamcluley.com Jump to article: grahamcluley.com/smashing-security-podcast-397/
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>>Aggressive Inventory Zombies<<: Unmasking a Massive Phishing and Pig-Butchering Network
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in SecurityNewsSilent Push Threat Analysts have shed light on a large-scale phishing and pig-butchering network targeting retail brands and cryptocurrency users. Dubbed “Aggressive Inventory Zombies” (AIZ), this campaign underscores the threat... First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/aggressive-inventory-zombies-unmasking-a-massive-phishing-and-pig-butchering-network/
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North Korean hackers behind $50 million crypto heist of Radiant Capital
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in SecurityNewsResearchers attributed the attack on the cryptocurrency platform to a group housed within North Korea’s Reconnaissance General Bureau (RGB).]]> First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/radiant-capital-heist-north-korea
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Is crypto safe? What to know before investing in digital currencies
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in SecurityNewsThe digital currency market is booming, and as security professionals, we must address the crucial question: Is crypto safe? Following the re-election of former President Donald First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2024/12/is-crypto-safe-what-to-know-before-investing-in-digital-currencies/
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North Korean APT blamed for Radiant Capital crypto heist
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in SecurityNewsFirst seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/north-korean-apt-blamed-for-radiant-capital-crypto-heist
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AppLite: A New AntiDot Variant Targeting Mobile Employee Devices
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in SecurityNewsOur zLabs team has identified an extremely sophisticated mishing (mobile-targeted phishing) campaign that delivers malware to the user’s Android mobile device enabling a broad set of malicious actions including credential theft of banking, cryptocurrency and other critical applications. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2024/12/applite-a-new-antidot-variant-targeting-mobile-employee-devices/