Browsing: Malware

Major crypto wallets have launched a global phishing defense network in response to $400 million in losses, partnering with security organizations to create real-time protection systems as attack methods evolve and state-sponsored threats intensify.

Google’s identification of EtherHiding malware, which uses smart contracts to steal crypto, highlights rising security threats from state-backed hackers and technological vulnerabilities, urging increased vigilance in the crypto community.

The Security Alliance’s Safe Harbor framework represents a fundamental shift in cryptocurrency security, transforming fragmented responses into coordinated defense strategies that have saved billions through ethical hacker interventions and legal protections.

A critical Unity engine vulnerability allows code injection in Android mobile games, potentially compromising crypto wallets through overlay attacks and screen scraping, with protection measures including game updates and avoiding sideloaded apps.

A major NPM supply chain attack injected crypto-stealing malware into JavaScript libraries, threatening software wallet users and highlighting urgent security needs in the crypto ecosystem, with minimal financial impact but broad implications for market trust and regulatory responses.

A major npm supply chain attack injected crypto-stealing malware into JavaScript libraries, targeting Ethereum and Solana wallets with minimal financial loss but highlighting critical vulnerabilities in open-source software and the urgent need for enhanced security measures in the crypto ecosystem.

A major NPM attack has injected crypto-stealing malware into core JavaScript libraries, threatening millions of users and highlighting critical vulnerabilities in open-source software, with implications for global crypto security and market trust.

Exploring the integration of AI in cryptocurrency coding and security, this article analyzes recent vulnerabilities, regulatory developments, and industry trends, highlighting both the efficiencies and risks associated with AI tools in the crypto ecosystem.

In 2025, crypto faces rising cyber threats with hackers using advanced methods like social engineering and EIP-7702 exploits, causing significant losses but driving innovations in security tech and regulatory responses for a safer market future.

Discord’s ‘try my game’ scam exploits trust to drain crypto funds, with cases like a $170,000 loss highlighting rising social engineering threats. Regulatory and tech responses aim to combat these evolving risks.

Kerberus’s acquisition of Pocket Universe aims to develop the first dedicated crypto antivirus, addressing rising malware threats and enhancing security across blockchain networks, reflecting broader industry trends in AI integration for improved user protection and accessibility.

The cryptocurrency sector in 2025 is confronting a security crisis with over $3.1 billion lost to various vulnerabilities, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive safeguards and regulatory oversight.

CoinDCX, a leading Indian cryptocurrency exchange, recently suffered a $44 million security breach, highlighting the ongoing challenges of cybersecurity in the crypto industry.

The cryptocurrency market faces unprecedented security challenges, from sophisticated malware campaigns to regulatory hurdles, highlighting the need for vigilance and innovation in safeguarding digital assets.

Cybersecurity firm Darktrace reports a rise in sophisticated social engineering scams targeting cryptocurrency users through fake startups and compromised social media accounts.

A fraudulent GitHub repository posing as a Solana trading bot was used to distribute malware stealing cryptocurrency wallet credentials, as reported by cybersecurity firm SlowMist.

A cybersecurity report reveals a phishing campaign using fake Firefox extensions to steal crypto wallet credentials, with over 40 malicious extensions identified.