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KryptoCibule malware: triple threat to cryptocurrencies

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Security researchers have discovered a new malware dubbed KryptoCibule that poses a triple threat to victim’s cryptocurrency resources. Attackers are using KryptoCibule to abuse victim’s resources to mine coins, hijack cryptocurrency transactions and exfiltrate cryptocurrency-related files. The name KryptoCibule derives from the Czech and Slovak words for “crypto” and “onion” respectively. According to ESET researchers, […]

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New Rietspoof multi-stage malware spreads via instant messaging clients

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A new family of versatile, multi-stage malware is spreading via instant messaging clients, such as Skype and Live Messenger. Avast’s Threat Intelligence Team has been monitoring the malware since August of 2018 and released new details on the threat in a report over the weekend.

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