# Crypto investors under attack by two new malware, reveals Cisco Talos

# Crypto investors under attack by two new malware, reveals Cisco Talos

” Crypto investors under attack by two new malware, reveals Cisco Talos “ Anti-malware software Malwarebytes highlighted two new forms of malicious computer programs propagated by unknown sources that are actively targeting crypto investors in a desktop environment.  Since December 2022, the two malicious files in question — MortalKombat ransomware and Laplas Clipper malware threats…

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# German regulator warns of new banking and crypto malware ‘Godfather’

# German regulator warns of new banking and crypto malware ‘Godfather’

” German regulator warns of new banking and crypto malware ‘Godfather’ “ Financial authorities in Germany are raising the alarm amid the rapid spread of a new financial malware affecting banking and cryptocurrency applications. Germany’s Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) released an official statement on Jan. 9, warning consumers of “Godfather,” a malware collecting user…

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# Metaverse exploitation and abuse to rise in 2023: Kaspersky

# Metaverse exploitation and abuse to rise in 2023: Kaspersky

” Metaverse exploitation and abuse to rise in 2023: Kaspersky “ Malware, ransomware attacks and phishing are not the only scourges of the crypto industry as the Metaverse could become a big target next year, according to cybersecurity experts. In its “Consumer Cyberthreats: Predictions for 2023” report on Nov. 28, cybersecurity firm Kaspersky forewarned that…

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#Android malware that steals passwords puts billions of users at risk

#Android malware that steals passwords puts billions of users at risk

“Android malware that steals passwords puts billions of users at risk” A dangerous new malware that targets Android devices has been uncovered by cybersecurity experts. In 2021, researchers discovered a malware designated ERMAC that was attacking Android devices. Now, cybersecurity experts from ESET have found that a new version of the Banking trojan – dubbed ERMAC 2.0 – is…

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# Ape-themed airdrop phishing scams are on the rise, experts warn

# Ape-themed airdrop phishing scams are on the rise, experts warn

” Ape-themed airdrop phishing scams are on the rise, experts warn “ Cybersecurity experts identified and disclosed the rising popularity of airdrop phishing among crypto and nonfungible token (NFT) scammers. Airdrops serve as an essential marketing tool for crypto projects, which involves sending free cryptocurrency tokens or NFTs to promote awareness among investors. However, a…

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