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Tracking Stolen Cryptocurrencies
Schneier on Security
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
Good article about the current state of cryptocurrency forensics. Uncategorized blockchain cryptocurrency forensics theft tracking
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Signal Adds Cryptocurrency Support
Schneier on Security
APRIL 7, 2021
According to Wired , Signal is adding support for the cryptocurrency MobileCoin, “a form of digital cash designed to work efficiently on mobile devices while protecting users’ privacy and even their anonymity.” Uncategorized cryptocurrency encryption privacy Signal
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Cryptocurrency Pump and Dump Scams
Schneier on Security
JUNE 24, 2020
Really interesting research: " An examination of the cryptocurrency pump and dump ecosystem ": Abstract : The surge of interest in cryptocurrencies has been accompanied by a proliferation of fraud. academicpapers cryptocurrency fraud scams
What is Cryptocurrency?
Security Boulevard
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
Cryptocurrency is best thought of as a digital currency that only exists on computers. Cryptocurrency Main Features. Let’s dig into how cryptocurrency works. Cryptocurrencies are decentralized and distributed. Continue reading What is Cryptocurrency?
Romance scams with a cryptocurrency twist – new research from SophosLabs
Naked Security
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Apple Cryptocurrency iOS cryptocurrency ios iPhone romance scam ScamRomance scams and dating site treachery with a new twist - "there's an app for that!".
New Malware Hijacks Cryptocurrency Mining
Schneier on Security
JANUARY 23, 2018
botnets cryptocurrency hacking malware scamsThis is a clever attack. After gaining control of the coin-mining software, the malware replaces the wallet address the computer owner uses to collect newly minted currency with an address controlled by the attacker. From then on, the attacker receives all coins generated, and owners are none the wiser unless they take time to manually inspect their software configuration.
Over $600m cryptocurrency stolen in Cyber Attack
CyberSecurity Insiders
AUGUST 11, 2021
Hackers have stolen more than $600m cryptocurrency through a vulnerability in the systems of Blockchain site Poly Network. The post Over $600m cryptocurrency stolen in Cyber Attack appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.
Nicholas Weaver on Cryptocurrencies
Schneier on Security
JULY 24, 2018
Here's the opening: Cryptocurrencies, although a seemingly interesting idea, are simply not fit for purpose. Risks involving cryptocurrencies occur in four major areas: technical risks to participants, economic risks to participants, systemic risks to the cryptocurrency ecosystem, and societal risks. I haven't written much about cryptocurrencies, but I share Weaver's skepticism. bitcoin cryptocurrency riskassessment risks
Chrome Extension Stealing Cryptocurrency Keys and Passwords
Schneier on Security
JANUARY 3, 2020
Second, the extension also actively injects malicious JavaScript code when users navigate to five well-known and popular cryptocurrency management platforms. blockchain chrome cryptocurrency fraud keys passwords theft
3 Ways to Keep Your Cryptocurrency Safe
Security Boulevard
APRIL 30, 2021
Are you investing in cryptocurrency or thinking about it? The post 3 Ways to Keep Your Cryptocurrency Safe appeared first on The Shared Security Show. The post 3 Ways to Keep Your Cryptocurrency Safe appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Decrypting Cryptocurrencies
IT Security Guru
APRIL 2, 2021
Cryptocurrencies are a topic that touches many areas; not only finance and investing but technology and even political arenas. It is perhaps this decentralised nature which has contributed to the meteoric rise of cryptocurrency value. Are Cryptocurrencies a Bubble or a ‘Safe-haven’?
S3 Ep48: Cryptographic bugs, cryptocurrency nightmares, and lots of phishing [Podcast]
Naked Security
SEPTEMBER 3, 2021
Cryptocurrency Cryptography Phishing Podcast cryptocurrency Naked Security Podcast openssl phishing vulnerabilityLatest episode - listen now!
FBI Warns of Cryptocurrency Attacks
Heimadal Security
JULY 12, 2021
The post FBI Warns of Cryptocurrency Attacks appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. Cybersecurity News Bitcoin Crypto Cryptocurrency Attacks cryptocurrency scams FBI SIM swap attack SIM swappingThis situation is believed to be able to lead to significant financial losses.
Google bans the following cryptocurrency apps for data security
CyberSecurity Insiders
AUGUST 23, 2021
If you are a cryptocurrency enthusiast and are using any of the mining apps to earn more, then this article needs your interest. The post Google bans the following cryptocurrency apps for data security appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders. Mobile cryptocurrency apps Mining
Mac Cryptocurrency Traders Targeted by Trojanized Apps
Threatpost
JULY 20, 2020
Four trojanized cryptocurrency trading apps have been found spreading malware that drains cryptocurrency wallets and collects Mac users' browsing data.
Hackers swipe almost $100 million from major cryptocurrency exchange
We Live Security
AUGUST 20, 2021
Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Liquid suspends cryptocurrency deposits and withdrawals and moves its assets into cold storage. The post Hackers swipe almost $100 million from major cryptocurrency exchange appeared first on WeLiveSecurity.
Russian cybercrime forums launch contests for cryptocurrency hacks
Security Affairs
JUNE 7, 2021
Cybercriminals in Russian underground forums have been invited to take part in competitions for hacking cryptocurrency and NFT. Several Russian underground forums have launched competitions for hacking cryptocurrency schema and Non-fungible token (NFT).
Botnet backdoors Microsoft Exchange servers, mines cryptocurrency
Bleeping Computer
APRIL 22, 2021
Unpatched Microsoft Exchange servers are being targeted by the Prometei botnet and added to its operators' army of Monero (XMR) cryptocurrency mining bots. [.]. Security CryptoCurrency
US forms a National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team to curb ransomware payments
CyberSecurity Insiders
OCTOBER 8, 2021
Early this week, the United States Department of Justice aka DOJ formed a National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team(NCET) to curb illegal use of cryptocurrency in criminal acts such as ransomware payments. News National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team NCET
Heimdal™ Security Discovers New Cryptocurrency Scam Campaign
Heimadal Security
JUNE 23, 2021
The past year has been a significant one for cryptocurrencies and blockchain. In the face of such extremity and economic meltdowns, cryptocurrencies have proven to be remarkably resilient. Cybersecurity News cryptocurrency cryptocurrency scams
Cryptocurrency: Cybercrime’s New Favorite Tool
Security Weekly
JUNE 1, 2021
While 2021 will, unfortunately, play host to a wide variety of threats, it’s unlikely any factor will feature more prominently than cryptocurrency. Two types of attacks leverage cryptocurrency directly: extortion and cryptojacking.
Ukraine shuts down money laundering cryptocurrency exchanges
Bleeping Computer
AUGUST 12, 2021
The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) took down a network of cryptocurrency exchanges used to anonymize transactions since the beginning of 2021. [.]. Security CryptoCurrency
GoDaddy Employees Used in Attacks on Multiple Cryptocurrency Services
Krebs on Security
NOVEMBER 21, 2020
Fraudsters redirected email and web traffic destined for several cryptocurrency trading platforms over the past week. 13, with an attack on cryptocurrency trading platform liquid.com.
Criminals are mailing altered Ledger devices to steal cryptocurrency
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 16, 2021
Scammers are sending fake replacement devices to Ledger customers exposed in a recent data breach that are used to steal cryptocurrency wallets. [.]. CryptoCurrency Security
Scammers mail fake Ledger devices to steal your cryptocurrency
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 16, 2021
Scammers are sending fake replacement devices to Ledger customers exposed in a recent data breach that are used to steal cryptocurrency wallets. [.]. CryptoCurrency Security
Over $600 million reportedly stolen in cryptocurrency hack
Bleeping Computer
AUGUST 10, 2021
Over $611 million have reportedly been stolen in one of the largest cryptocurrency hacks. Decentralized cross-chain protocol and network, Poly Network announced today that it was attacked with cryptocurrency assets having successfully been transferred into the attackers' wallets. [.].
Malicious 'Safepal Wallet' Firefox add-on stole cryptocurrency
Bleeping Computer
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
Safepal is a cryptocurrency wallet application capable of securely storing a variety of crypto assets, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin. [.]. Security CryptoCurrency
Two Russians Charged in $17M Cryptocurrency Phishing Spree
Krebs on Security
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
authorities today announced criminal charges and financial sanctions against two Russian men accused of stealing nearly $17 million worth of virtual currencies in a series of phishing attacks throughout 2017 and 2018 that spoofed websites for some of the most popular cryptocurrency exchanges.
US sanctions cryptocurrency exchange used by ransomware gangs
Bleeping Computer
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
The US Treasury Department announced the first-ever sanctions against a cryptocurrency exchange, the Russian-linked Suex, for facilitating ransom transactions for ransomware gangs and helping them evade sanctions. [.]. Security CryptoCurrency
FBI warns cryptocurrency owners, exchanges of ongoing attacks
Bleeping Computer
JULY 9, 2021
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) warns cryptocurrency owners, exchanges, and third-party payment platforms of threat actors actively targeting virtual assets in attacks that can lead to significant financial losses. [.]. Security CryptoCurrency
Top 5 ways to protect against cryptocurrency scams
Tech Republic Security
APRIL 20, 2021
As the use of cryptocurrency increases, so does the risk of being a target for scammers. Tom Merritt offers five tips for defending against cryptocurrency scams
FBI warns hackers are targeting cryptocurrency wallets and exchanges
Graham Cluley
JULY 13, 2021
The FBI has sounded an alert amongst owners of cryptocurrency, digital currency exchanges, and cryptocurrency payment platforms that their virtual riches are being actively targeted by malicious hackers. Guest blog Law & order Mobile Security threats cryptocurrency FBI sim swap
How The FBI Seized Bitcoin from Colonial Pipeline Hackers – Does Law Enforcement Have More Control Over Cryptocurrencies Than People Believe?
Joseph Steinberg
JUNE 9, 2021
The post How The FBI Seized Bitcoin from Colonial Pipeline Hackers – Does Law Enforcement Have More Control Over Cryptocurrencies Than People Believe? CryptoCurrency / BlockChain / ICO CyberSecurity News Scams and Crime bitcoin BTC colonial pipeline Darkside FBI ransomware
Tracking ransomware cryptocurrency payments: What now for Bitcoin?
We Live Security
JUNE 11, 2021
Should we expect cybercriminals to ditch the pseudonymous cryptocurrency for other forms of payment that may be better at throwing law enforcement off the scent? The post Tracking ransomware cryptocurrency payments: What now for Bitcoin?
Liquid cryptocurrency exchange loses $94 million following hack
Bleeping Computer
AUGUST 19, 2021
Japan-based cryptocurrency exchange Liquid has suspended deposits and withdrawals after attackers have compromised its warm wallets. [.]. Security CryptoCurrency
Breaking the Anonymity in the Cryptocurrency Monero
Schneier on Security
MARCH 28, 2018
Researchers have exploited a flaw in the cryptocurrency Monero to break the anonymity of transactions. academicpapers anonymity blockchain cryptocurrency tracingResearch paper. BoingBoing post.
Norton 360 antivirus now lets you mine Ethereum cryptocurrency
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 2, 2021
NortonLifelock has added the ability to mine Ethereum cryptocurrency directly within its Norton 360 antivirus program as a way to "protect" users from malicious mining software. [.]. CryptoCurrency Security Software
Monero Cryptocurrency campaign exploits ProxyLogon flaws
Security Affairs
APRIL 18, 2021
Threat actors targeted are exploiting the ProxyLogon vulnerabilities in Microsoft Exchange servers to deploy Monero cryptocurrency miners. The post Monero Cryptocurrency campaign exploits ProxyLogon flaws appeared first on Security Affairs.
Hetzner cloud server provider bans cryptocurrency mining
Bleeping Computer
MAY 19, 2021
CryptoCurrency Hardware TechnologyPopular German cloud hosting and dedicated server provider Hetzner has banned cryptomining on its servers after users have been using their large storage devices to mine Chia. [.].
US cryptocurrency expert pleads guilty to helping North Korea evade sanctions
Graham Cluley
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021
A US cryptocurrency expert has pleaded guilty to conspiring to assist North Korea in evading sanctions, and could now face years in prison. Guest blog Law & order cryptocurrency Ethereum North Korea sanctions
White House puts sanctions on Russian Cryptocurrency exchange for ransomware payments
CyberSecurity Insiders
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
Biden Administration announced early this month that it’s going to put sanctions on cryptocurrency exchanges that deal in ransomware payments and as a first shot it has issued sanctions on Russian Cryptocurrency Exchange Suex. Ransomware cryptocurrency Exchange SUEX US Sanction
Blockchain & Fraud Prevention: Strategies to overcome the cryptocurrency scam
Quick Heal Antivirus
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
What is Cryptocurrency? Cryptocurrency is a type of digital currency that generally only exists electronically. Blockchain Cryptojacking Cybersecurity #Blockchain #Crypto #CryptoScam bitcoin Cryptocurrency Ransomware scam
Fake Walmart press release causes cryptocurrency price surge
Graham Cluley
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
The cryptocurrency Litecoin soared in value earlier this week upon the news that supermarket giant Walmart would accept it as a form of payment at its retail stores across America. Guest blog Security threats cryptocurrency GlobeNewswire litecoin walmart
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