#malware

SpyAgent Malware Steals Crypto Private Keys

SpyAgent Malware Steals Crypto Private Keys

McAfee, a cybersecurity firm, discovered a new, dangerous malware targeting Android devices. This virus is capable of stealing private keys stored in screenshots and images on the device's memory.

Iaroslava Kramarenko 13 Sept 2024

Crypto Thieves Strike Again: New Virus Discovered

Crypto Thieves Strike Again: New Virus Discovered

Researchers at ESET have raised the alarm about a new form of malware affecting Telegram and Whatsapp that allows hackers to steal cryptocurrency.

GNcrypto 20 Mar 2023

ConsenSys Enhances MetaMask Security with Wallet Guard

ConsenSys Enhances MetaMask Security with Wallet Guard

Wallet Guard, a browser-based app, identifies scams and malware in real time. ConsenSys is integrating this functionality into MetaMask.

3 Jul 2024

FBI & Allies Warn of 'Infamous Chisel' Malware

FBI & Allies Warn of 'Infamous Chisel' Malware

A joint advisory from the U.S. NSA, CISA, FBI, and the UK's NCSC warns of a new malware, "Infamous Chisel", targeting crypto wallets and exchanges.

GNcrypto 1 Sept 2023

The NFT theft scheme through a photo cleared up

The NFT theft scheme through a photo cleared up

Previously, we reported about a shocking hack where a scammer stole a $4 million NFT collection by just taking a photo. That case left us with many questions about the technical vector of the attack. The Trust Wallet conducted an investigation and revealed the scheme. The day before the affair, the perpetrator shared the NDA file with the victim and requested KYC information. The fake NDA contained malware that targeted the smartphone. The criminal then persuaded the victim to transfer funds from the multi-sig wallet to a single Trust Wallet to confirm NFT ownership and copied the information he needed. The balance photo was just smoke and mirrors. But damn, this scheme deserves an episode in the new James Bond series.

9 Feb 2023

Europol Shuts Down Global Malware Network

Europol Shuts Down Global Malware Network

Europol has executed an international operation to expose and dismantle an ecosystem distributing malware droppers—specialized tools for secretly installing malicious software on victims' computers.

31 May 2024

Mystic Stealer Can Attack Browsers, Extensions and Crypto Apps

Mystic Stealer Can Attack Browsers, Extensions and Crypto Apps

A newly discovered software called Mystic Stealer has emerged as a threat to users, capable of targeting a wide range of browsers and browser extensions. This malware is compatible with all versions of Windows, including XP to 11, and supports both 32-bit and 64-bit operating systems.

GNcrypto 20 Jun 2023

Guards up! The "GodFather" is hunting for your money

Guards up! The "GodFather" is hunting for your money

The “Godfather” malware warnings continue to circulate on the Internet. The German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority warned users of the potential risk on January 9.

Kateryna Salnichenko 17 Jan 2023

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