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Chinese Antivirus Firm Was Part of APT41 ‘Supply Chain’ Attack

Krebs on Security

One of the alleged hackers was first profiled here in 2012 as the owner of a Chinese antivirus firm. ” The government alleges the group monetized its illicit access by deploying ransomware and “ cryptojacking ” tools (using compromised systems to mine cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin). .” Image: FBI.

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GUEST ESSAY: Securing your cryptocurrency — best practices for Bitcoin wallet security

The Last Watchdog

Over time, Bitcoin has become the most widely used cryptocurrency in the world. To avoid potential vulnerabilities, keep your operating system, antivirus software, and other security tools up to date. A virtual private network (VPN) can offer an additional layer of encryption and security.

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Ransomware being spread through Fortinet VPN Devices

CyberSecurity Insiders

Though Fortinet that is into the business of selling security solutions such as firewalls and antivirus solutions has fixed the flaw, it appears to be too late, as hackers are buying and selling details of compromised devices on some hacking forums. But for reasons they made the information public in Jan 2023.

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Analysis of BlackGuard – a new info stealer malware being sold in a Russian hacking forum

Security Boulevard

BlackGuard has the capability to steal all types of information related to Crypto wallets, VPN, Messengers, FTP credentials, saved browser credentials, and email clients. BlackGuard detects antivirus processes. This allows it to bypass antivirus and string-based detection. String decryption technique. Browser stealing function.

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Discover 2022’s Nastiest Malware

Webroot

Since the mainstreaming of ransomware payloads and the adoption of cryptocurrencies that facilitate untraceable payments, malicious actors have been innovating new methods and tactics to evade the latest defenses. In other words, 2022 has been an eventful year in the threat landscape, with malware continuing to take center stage.

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5 Ways to Protect Yourself from IP Address Hacking

Security Affairs

VPN or Virtual Private Network is the most secure way of connecting with the online world. VPN also provides an encrypted tunnel for all your online activities and closes all doors for spies and cybercriminals. VPN also provides an encrypted tunnel for all your online activities and closes all doors for spies and cybercriminals.

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Ransomware Revival: Troldesh becomes a leader by the number of attacks

Security Affairs

To bypass antivirus systems, hackers send out malicious emails in non-working hours with delayed activation. Another technique used by cybercriminals to bypass antivirus systems is a targeted attack, in which malicious email are delivered outside regular working hours. More than 80% of all malicious files were disguised as .zip