Mining Malware

McAfee: Crypto-Mining Malware Grew By Over 4,000 Percent in 2018

Instances of crypto-mining malware increased by a whopping 4,467 percent this year, according to research from McAfee.

By Yogita KhatriDec 20, 2018

Researchers at cybersecurity firm Check Point say a relatively new form of crypto mining malware, dubbed KingMiner, is “evolving.”

By Yogita KhatriNov 30, 2018

Google is bringing in stricter rules for Chrome extension developers, a move should reduce the risk of crypto hacks and mining malware.

By Daniel PalmerOct 2, 2018

A newly discovered botnet is seeking out and removing crypto-mining malware, but why it has been created is still unknown.

By Daniel PalmerSep 18, 2018

Almost a third of U.K. businesses said they had been hit by cryptocurrency mining malware within the previous month, according to new research.

By Daniel PalmerAug 15, 2018

Researchers at Kaspersky Lab have uncovered a new form of cryptojacking malware targeting corporations in multiple countries.

By Nikhilesh DeJul 27, 2018

Kaspersky Lab says crypto-mining malware is quickly replacing ransomware, warning that mobiles could be the next big target.

By Muyao ShenJun 29, 2018

A cybersecurity firm says Telegram has been exploited for crypto mining by hackers, but the messaging app's founder says it is not to blame.

A type of cryptocurrency mining malware has spread due to an exploit developed by the US National Security Agency.

By Wolfie ZhaoJun 21, 2017

Attackers have managed to reroute internet traffic from numerous internet service providers (ISPs) to steal bitcoins and altcoins.

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